The South-wind bringsLife, sunshine and desire,And on every mount and meadowBreathes aromatic fire;But over the dead he has no power,The lost, the lost, he cannot restore;And, looking over the hills, I mournThe darling who shall not return.

Summary

This quote emphasizes the power of the South-wind to bring life, sunshine, and desire to the world, filling it with a sense of rejuvenation and warmth. However, despite its ability to revive nature, it is unable to bring back the dead or restore what has been lost. The speaker's gaze over the hills is filled with sadness and longing as they mourn for someone dear who will never come back. It highlights the heartbreaking realization that even the most powerful forces of nature cannot undo the irreversible loss of a loved one.

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