Quote by Wilfrid Scawen Blunt

Therefore the earth is dark to me, the sunlight blackness, Therefore I go in tears and alone, by night and day; Therefore I find no love in heaven, no light, no beauty, A heaven taken by storm, where none are left but the slain!

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Summary

This quote conveys a sense of despair and hopelessness. The speaker believes that the world and the universe have become devoid of joy, beauty, and love. They feel surrounded by darkness and find no solace in the daylight or in the heavens above. The mention of a heaven taken by storm suggests a catastrophic event and a feeling of desolation where only suffering remains. The words evoke a profound sadness and a deep sense of isolation felt by the speaker, who perceives the world as a bleak and sorrowful place.

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By Wilfrid Scawen Blunt

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