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Death is the sound of distant thunder at a picnic
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"Death is the sound of distant thunder at a picnic"

- W. H. Auden

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This quote by W. H. Auden is a powerful reminder of the inevitability of death. It paints a vivid image of a serene picnic, with the noise of far-off thunder in the background. The thunder signifies death, which is always looming in the background of our lives. It serves as a tip that death is constantly present, even in the most serene and joyous of moments. The quote likewise serves as a pointer to maximize our lives, as death is constantly lurking in the background. We ought to aim to maximize our lives and enjoy the minutes we have, as death is constantly waiting in the wings. This quote is a powerful tip of the importance of living life to the maximum and cherishing the moments we have.

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W. H. Auden This quote is written / told by W. H. Auden between February 21, 1907 and September 29, 1973. He was a famous Poet from England. The author also have 59 other quotes.

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