Quote by Virginia Woolf

The sigh of all the seas breaking in measure round the isles soothed them; the night wrapped them; nothing broke their sleep, until, the birds beginning and the dawn weaving their thin voices in to its whiteness

The sigh of all the seas breaking in measure round the isles

Summary

This quote describes a serene setting where the crashing of the waves against the islands provides a calming and soothing effect. As night falls, it creates a peaceful atmosphere that allows the characters to sleep undisturbed. The tranquility is further enhanced by the sounds of birds beginning to sing and the gradual transition into dawn, as their delicate voices blend seamlessly with the emerging light of a new day. Overall, the quote highlights the harmonic and restful nature of the environment.

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By Virginia Woolf

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