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Daylight Quote by Walter de la Mare

“There was still an hour or two of daylight - even though clouds admitted only a greyish light upon the world, and his Uncle Timothy's house was by nature friendly to gloom. ("Out Of The Deep")” quote by Walter de la Mare
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““There was still an hour or two of daylight - even though clouds admitted only a greyish light upon the world, and his Uncle Timothy's house was by nature friendly to gloom. ("Out Of The Deep")””

Walter de la Mare

About This Quote

Source Poem: Out Of The Deep, 1919

Even in dim, overcast conditions, a place can feel comforting and safe, suggesting that familiarity can soften gloom.

In simple terms: Familiar places feel safe even when the world seems bleak.

Key Takeaway

Seek comfort in familiar surroundings during tough times.

Themes

comfort gloom familiarity place emotion

Mood

melancholy reflective

Type

literary emotional

When to use this quote

  • home
  • stormy days
  • sadness
  • seeking refuge

Key Concepts

psychology environmental perception literary mood

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do familiar spaces affect your mood?
  • Can you find comfort without relying on place?
A Different Perspective

Comfort may be temporary and not solve underlying problems.

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