Quote by Christina Rossetti, MidWinter, 1

In the bleak midwinterFrosty wind made moan,Earth stood hard as iron,Water like a stone;Snow had fallen, snow on snow,Snow on snow,In the bleak midwinter,Long ago.

In the bleak midwinterFrosty wind made moan,Earth stood hard

Summary

This quote from the Christmas carol "In the Bleak Midwinter" describes the harshness and coldness of winter. The frosty wind making moaning sounds, the hardening of the earth, and the freezing of water symbolize the unyielding and frozen nature of the environment. The repetition of the phrase "snow on snow" echoes the relentless accumulation of frozen precipitation, emphasizing the desolate and bleak atmosphere. The reference to "long ago" adds a sense of timelessness, implying that the conditions of winter have been experienced throughout history. Overall, the quote paints a vivid picture of a harsh and wintry landscape.

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By Christina Rossetti, MidWinter, 1

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