Quote by Rudolfo Anaya

Ultima came to stay with us the summer I was almost seven. When she came the beauty of the llano unfolded before my eyes, and the gurgling waters of the river sang to the hum of the turning earth. The magical time of childhood stood still, and the pulse of the living earth pressed its mystery into my living blood.

Ultima came to stay with us the summer I was almost seven. W

Summary

This quote highlights the transformative impact that Ultima, a character, had on the narrator's perception of the world. Ultima's arrival brings a newfound appreciation for the beauty of nature and a mystical connection to the earth. Through her presence, the narrator's sense of wonder and innocence is preserved, as if time stands still. This line also suggests the deep, spiritual connection the narrator feels, as the mysteries of existence are somehow incorporated into their very being.

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Beauty Mystery Childhood Bless River Anaya Llano Me Rudolfo Ultima

By Rudolfo Anaya

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