Quote by Mark Twain

It was the cool gray dawn, and there was a delicious sense of repose and peace in the deep pervading calm and silence of the woods. Not a leaf stirred; not a sound obtruded upon great Nature's meditation [...] Gradually the cool dim gray of the morning whitened, and as gradually sounds multiplied and life manifested itself. The marvel of Nature shaking off sleep and going to work unfolded itself to the musing boy [...] All Nature was wide awake and stirring, now; long lances of sunlight pierced down through the dense foliage far and near, and a few butterflies came fluttering upon the scene.


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Summary

This quote from Mark Twain's The Adventures of Tom Sawyer describes the serene beauty of a woodland morning as it transitions from the peaceful stillness of dawn to the vibrant awakening of nature. It highlights the gradual transformation from a hushed, meditative atmosphere to one filled with the sights and sounds of nature's resurgence. The mention of sunlight piercing through the dense foliage and the appearance of butterflies symbolize the abundant life and energy that permeate the natural world. It captures the essence of a tranquil start to a lively day in nature.

By Mark Twain
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