Rainy season Quote by Peter Matthiessen
““The equatorial monsoons which brought a rainy season to the coasts had small effect here in the highlands, from moon to moon, the rainfall varied little. Winter, summer, autumn, spring were involuted, turning in upon themselves, a slow circling of time.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Snow Leopard by Peter Matthiessen, 1978
In highland regions, seasonal cycles blur, making time feel circular and less tied to typical weather patterns.
In simple terms: Highland seasons blend, making time feel circular.
Key Takeaway
Observe natural rhythms without assuming strict seasons.
Themes
nature
time
climate
perception
Mood
reflective
contemplative
Type
descriptive
philosophical
When to use this quote
- mountain research
- climate study
- travel planning
- environmental education
Key Concepts
Ecology
Phenology
Cyclical time
Questions to Reflect On
- How does this perception affect local agriculture?
- What does “slow circling of time” suggest about human experience?
A Different Perspective
Assumes uniform climate patterns, which may not apply elsewhere.
