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Bird Quote by Susan Cooper

“the sky dark with wheeling birds.” quote by Susan Cooper
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““the sky dark with wheeling birds.””

Susan Cooper

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Dark Is Rising, 1973, UK

The line evokes a sky filled with ominous, circling birds, suggesting foreboding.

In simple terms: A dark sky with circling birds hints at danger.

Key Takeaway

Notice signs of looming trouble.

Themes

nature imagery foreshadowing danger

Mood

dramatic poetic

Type

literary descriptive

When to use this quote

  • storytelling
  • visual arts
  • creative writing

Key Concepts

symbolism atmosphere

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does this image affect the mood of a scene?
  • What alternatives convey similar foreboding?
A Different Perspective

Such imagery can create tension but may be overused.

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