Quote by Olaf Stapledon

Very soon the heavens presented an extraordinary appearance, for all thestars directly behind me were now deep red, while those directly aheadwere violet. Rubies lay behind me, amethysts ahead of me.

Very soon the heavens presented an extraordinary appearance,

Summary

This quote describes a surreal sky phenomenon where the stars behind the speaker appear as deep red, while the stars ahead of them shine in a vibrant violet hue. The quote uses gemstone comparisons, likening the red stars to rubies and the violet stars to amethysts. This vivid imagery showcases the mesmerizing and extraordinary beauty of the celestial scene, emphasizing the awe-inspiring nature of the sky and its stunning variations in colors.

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Science Redshift

By Olaf Stapledon

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