Whenas in silks my Julia goes, Then, then (methinks) how sweetly flows That liquefaction of her clothes. Next, when I cast mine eyes and see That brave vibration each way free; Oh how that glittering taketh me!
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker admires the visual appeal of a woman's silk clothing and movement.
- In plain terms
- The woman's clothes and way of moving look very attractive.
- What can you take from it?
- Fashion and movement can be visually captivating.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What attracts you visually?
- How does clothing affect perception?
Another view
The focus is purely on surface appearance.
More from Robert Herrick
So when or you or I are made A fable, song, or fleeting shade, All love, all liking, all delight Lies drowned with us in endless night.
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Permalink to quote #32 'Tis sin, Nay, profanation to keep in.
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