Quote by Aldous Huxley

Shearwater sighed, like a whale in the night.

Shearwater sighed, like a whale in the night.

Summary

This quote portrays the deep and heavy sighing of Shearwater, likening it to the haunting sound of a whale in the night. It suggests a sense of weariness and longing, emphasizing the profound emotions within Shearwater. The comparison to a whale evokes a feeling of melancholy and mystery, perhaps suggesting hidden depths and struggles. Overall, the quote conveys a poetic depiction of Shearwater's sigh, encapsulating a moment of sighing that resonates with emotional weight and significance.

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By Aldous Huxley

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