Quote by Djuna Barnes

The night is a skin pulled over the head of day that the day may be in torment.

The night is a skin pulled over the head of day that the day

Summary

This quote metaphorically describes how darkness (night) is like a covering that "torments" the light (day) by hiding it. It suggests that the absence of light can be distressing or troubling, as the natural cycle of day and night brings forth different experiences and emotions. The "skin" implies a close connection between the day and night, highlighting their interdependence and the perpetual struggle between light and darkness.

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