Is not this a true autumn day? Just the still melancholy that I love - that makes life and nature harmonise. The birds are consulting about their migrations, the trees are putting on the hectic or the pallid hues of decay, and begin to strew the ground, that one's very footsteps may not disturb the repose of earth and air, while they give us a scent that is a perfect anodyne to the restless spirit. Delicious autumn! My very soul is wedded to it, and if I were a bird I would fly about the earth seeking the successive autumns.

Summary

This quote describes the speaker's appreciation for the autumn season and its melancholic beauty. The stillness and harmony found in nature during autumn provide a sense of peace and tranquility. The birds preparing for migration and the changing colors of trees evoke a feeling of decay and serenity. The fallen leaves create a quietness that encourages one to move gently, not disturbing the calmness of the environment. The scent of autumn is described as comforting and able to soothe the restless spirit. The speaker expresses a deep connection to autumn, wishing to experience its beauty in every corner of the world.

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