Quote by Clement Clarke Moore
As dry leaves that before the wild hurricane fly, when they meet with an obstacle, mount to the sky. So up to the house-top the coursers they flew, with the sleigh full of toys, and St. Nicholas too.
Summary
This quote is describing the scene of Santa Claus's sleigh flying over rooftops. It compares the movement of the sleigh to dry leaves being blown by a wild hurricane. Just like the leaves that rise higher when faced with an obstacle, the sleigh and reindeer soar up to the house tops without any hindrance. The quote highlights the fantastical nature of Santa Claus's ability to effortlessly navigate through the sky, filled with joy and gifts for children on Christmas night.
Topics
Christmas
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