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Thames Quote by Oscar Wilde

“And at my feet the pale green Thames Lies like a rod of rippled jade.” quote by Oscar Wilde
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““And at my feet the pale green Thames Lies like a rod of rippled jade.””

Oscar Wilde

About This Quote

The poet compares the river to jade, emphasizing its beauty and serenity.

In simple terms: The Thames is likened to precious jade.

Key Takeaway

Appreciate natural beauty.

Themes

nature beauty poetry

Mood

calm admiring

Type

poetic descriptive

When to use this quote

  • travel
  • writing
  • mindfulness

Key Concepts

metaphor aesthetic

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does metaphor shape perception?
  • What emotions does this image evoke?
A Different Perspective

The metaphor may romanticize reality.

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