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Autumn Quote by Robert Aris Willmott

“Romance is the truth of imagination and boyhood. Homer's horses clear the world at a bound. The child's eye needs no horizon to its prospect. The oriental tale is not too vast. Pearls dropping from trees are only falling leaves in autumn. The palace that grew up in a night merely awakens a wish to…” quote by Robert Aris Willmott
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“Romance is the truth of imagination and boyhood. Homer's horses clear the world at a bound. The child's eye needs no horizon to its prospect. The oriental tale is not too vast. Pearls dropping from trees are only falling leaves in autumn. The palace that grew up in a night merely awakens a wish to live in it. The impossibilities of fifty years are the commonplaces of five.”

Robert Aris Willmott

About This Quote

Imagination and youthful wonder create limitless possibilities, turning ordinary moments into magical experiences.

In simple terms: Dreams and curiosity make life feel limitless.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate wonder, let imagination guide you.

Themes

creativity wonder possibility

Mood

inspired reflective

Type

philosophical poetic

When to use this quote

  • storytelling
  • artistic pursuits
  • childhood learning
  • travel
  • spiritual reflection

Key Concepts

philosophy literature psychology

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does imagination shape your reality?
  • When does wonder become escapism?
A Different Perspective

Over‑idealizing can lead to unrealistic expectations.

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