Quote by Gerard Manley Hopkins

Nothing is so beautiful as spring -- when weeds, in wheels, shoot long and lovely and lush; Thrush's eggs look little low heavens, and thrush through the echoing timber does so rinse and wring the ear, it strikes like lightning to hear him sing.


Nothing is so beautiful as spring -- when weeds, in wheels,

Summary

This quote celebrates the unparalleled beauty of spring. Through vivid imagery, it portrays the transformation of weeds into vibrant and abundant growth. It depicts how the hatching thrush eggs appear heavenly and how the thrush's melodious singing resonates through the surrounding woods. The quote suggests that the combination of these natural elements is so captivating that it has a profound and electrifying impact on anyone who hears the thrush's song.

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Seasons
By Gerard Manley Hopkins
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