Quote by Thomas Wolfe

All things on earth point home in old October sailors to sea, travellers to walls and fences, hunters to field and hollow and the long voice of the hounds, the lover to the love he has forsaken.

All things on earth point home in old October sailors to sea

Summary

This quote suggests that in the month of October, various elements of nature and people are naturally drawn towards their respective homes or places of belonging. Sailors are reminded of the sea, travellers feel inclined to seek the comfort of walls and fences, hunters are beckoned to the fields and hollows by the echoing sounds of hounds, and even lovers are reminded of the love they have left behind. It portrays a nostalgic craving for familiarity and a powerful pull towards the things and people that provide a sense of home and belonging.

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