Quote by Roy Campbell

I love to see, when leaves depart, The clear anatomy arrive, Winter, the paragon of art, That kills all forms of life and feeling Save what is pure and will survive.

I love to see, when leaves depart, The clear anatomy arrive,

Summary

This quote beautifully captures the appreciation for winter and the process of nature's transformation. It expresses delight in witnessing the leaves falling and revealing the underlying structure of trees. Winter is described as a masterpiece that brings an end to all living things, yet preserves only what is pure and resilient. It celebrates the graceful beauty and the intrinsic value of survival in the midst of the season's harshness and frigidity.

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Life Art Love Anatomy

By Roy Campbell

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