Summary
This quote suggests that the darkness of the night can often accentuate or contribute to tragedy and disaster. It implies that during the night, when visibility is limited and the world is cloaked in darkness, unfortunate events are more likely to occur or have a more significant impact. The phrase "tragic assistance" implies that night almost aids or facilitates the occurrence or severity of catastrophic events, highlighting the power of darkness to intensify the effects of unfortunate circumstances.
By Victor Hugo