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In the great glasshouses streaming with condensation, the children in mourning-dress beheld marvels.
Arthur Rimbaud
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Interpretation

What this quote means

This quote reflects a sense of wonder and beauty amidst sorrow.

In this quote, Arthur Rimbaud paints a vivid picture of children dressed in mourning as they gaze upon extraordinary sights within glasshouses filled with condensation. It captures the juxtaposition of grief and the marvels of beauty and nature, suggesting that even in times of sorrow, there exists a potential for amazement and awe.

Themes

ChildrenMourningMarvelsBeautyNature

In practice

Example use cases

This quote could be used in a discussion about how art reflects emotions.

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