Quote by Friedrich Nietzsche

Winter, a bad guest, sitteth with me at home; blue are my hands with his friendly handshaking

Winter, a bad guest, sitteth with me at home; blue are my ha

Summary

This quote portrays winter as an unwelcome visitor who overstays their welcome. The speaker describes their hands turning blue from the constant contact with the cold. The metaphorical "friendly handshaking" suggests that despite winter's harshness, it still seeks familiarity with the speaker. Through personification and vivid imagery, the quote encapsulates the discomfort and suffering brought about by winter's presence.

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By Friedrich Nietzsche

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