Quote by George Gordon Byron

He thought about himself, and the whole Earth,Of Man the wonderful, and of the Stars,And how the deuce they ever could have birth;And then he thought of Earthquakes, and of Wars,How many miles the Moon might have in girth,Of Air-balloons, and of the many barsTo perfect Knowledge of the boundless Skies;And then he thought of Donna Julia's eyes.

He thought about himself, and the whole Earth,Of Man the won

Summary

In this quote, the speaker reflects on various thoughts that occupy his mind. Initially, he ponders his own existence as a human being and contemplates the vastness of the Earth and the wonders of the cosmos. He questions the origin and purpose of humanity, as well as the celestial bodies that populate the night sky. The speaker's thoughts then shift to more earthly concerns such as earthquakes and wars. He also considers scientific advancements like air-balloons and the quest for comprehensive knowledge of the universe. Ultimately, his ruminations lead him to a more personal realm, specifically the captivating allure of Donna Julia's eyes.

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