Archangel Quote by Susan Wiggs
““The undulating terrain was cloaked in lush abundance, the vineyards like garlands of deep green and yellow, orchards and farms sprouting here and there, hillocks of dry golden grass crowned by beautiful sun-gilt houses, barns and silos. And overhead was the bluest sky she'd ever seen, as bright and hard polished as marble. There was something about the landscape that caught at her emotions. It was both lush and intimidating, its beauty so abundant. Far from the bustle of the city, she was a complete stranger here, like Dorothy stepping out of her whirling house into the land of Oz. Farm stands overflowing with local produce marked the long driveways into farms with whimsical names- Almost Paradise, One Bad Apple, Toad Hollow. Boxes and bushels were displayed on long, weathered tables. Between the farms, brushy tangles of berries and towering old oak trees lined the roadway.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Unwritten Life by Susan Wiggs, 2019
The passage paints a vivid, lush countryside that feels both beautiful and overwhelming, evoking wonder and a sense of being a stranger in an idyllic yet intimidating landscape.
In simple terms: A vivid, overwhelming countryside evokes wonder and alienation.
Key Takeaway
Notice how beauty can feel both inviting and intimidating.
Themes
nature
beauty
alienation
wonder
Mood
nostalgic
awestruck
Type
descriptive
poetic
When to use this quote
- travel
- creative writing
- personal reflection
- landscape photography
Key Concepts
aestheticism
romanticism
Questions to Reflect On
- How does this setting reflect inner emotions?
- What does the contrast between beauty and intimidation suggest?
A Different Perspective
The description may idealize rural life, ignoring hardships.
