Famous quote by Alice Meynell

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Spirit of place! It is for this we travel, to surprise its subtlety and where it is a strong and dominant angel, that pl
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"Spirit of place! It is for this we travel, to surprise its subtlety; and where it is a strong and dominant angel, that place, seen once, abides entire in the memory with all its own accidents, its habits, its breath, its name"

- Alice Meynell

About this Quote

This quote talks to the power of place and how it can stick with us long after we have left it. The expression "spirit of location" suggests that each location has its own distinct energy and environment that can be felt and experienced. The speaker suggests that when we travel, we are looking to be amazed by the subtlety of the spirit of location. When the spirit of location is strong and dominant, it can leave a lasting impression on us. We remember the details of the location, such as its practices, breath, and name, and it remains in our memory permanently. This quote talks to the power of location and how it can stay with us long after we have actually left it. It is a reminder to take the time to value the places we visit and to be open up to the unique spirit of each place.

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Alice Meynell This quote is written / told by Alice Meynell between September 22, 1847 and November 27, 1922. She was a famous Poet from England. The author also have 10 other quotes.

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