Bird Quote by Susan Cooper
““the sky dark with wheeling birds.””
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.
Notice signs of looming trouble.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- storytelling
- visual arts
- creative writing
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does this image affect the mood of a scene?
- What alternatives convey similar foreboding?
Such imagery can create tension but may be overused.