Quote by Edward Steichen

I knew, of course, that trees and plants had roots, stems, bark, branches and foliage that reached up toward the light. But I was coming to realize that the real magician was light itself.

I knew, of course, that trees and plants had roots, stems, b

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In this quote, the speaker expresses a newfound realization about the significance of light in the natural world. Though they were aware of the physical components of trees and plants, such as roots and branches, they now understand that it is light that truly brings these living beings to life. The speaker describes light as a magical entity that nurtures growth and directs the upward movement of flora towards its source, emphasizing the importance of light in sustaining and shaping the natural world.

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