Quote by Thomas Wolfe, Of Time and the Ri

All things on earth point home in old October; sailors to sea, travellers to walls and fences, hunters to field and hollow and the long voice of the hounds, the lover to the love he has forsaken.

All things on earth point home in old October; sailors to se

Summary

This quote highlights the sense of nostalgia and longing that is often associated with the month of October. It suggests that in this time, various entities find themselves gravitating towards their respective homes or desired destinations - be it sailors returning to the sea, travelers finding solace within walls and fences, hunters seeking solace in fields and echoing hounds, or even lovers yearning for the love they have left behind. The quote embodies a melancholic reflection on the powerful human instinct to seek a sense of belonging and familiarity, particularly during the autumn season.

By Thomas Wolfe, Of Time and the Ri

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