Quote by Lord (George Gordon) Byron, Engl

So the struck eagle, stretch'd upon the plain, No more through rolling clouds to soar again, View'd his own feather on the fatal dart, And wing'd the shaft that quiver'd in his heart.

So the struck eagle, stretch'd upon the plain, No more throu

Summary

This quote is a metaphorical representation of a powerful being or individual who has been brought down by their own actions. The "struck eagle" symbolizes someone who is renowned for their strength and dominance. However, they now find themselves grounded and defeated, unable to regain their former glory. "Viewing his own feather on the fatal dart" represents the moment of realization when they recognize that their downfall is a result of their own doing. The phrase "winged the shaft that quivered in his heart" suggests that their own actions have caused them internal pain and regret. Overall, this quote emphasizes the consequences and self-inflicted nature of one's downfall.

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By Lord (George Gordon) Byron, Engl

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