All up and down the whole creation, Sadly I roam, Still longing for the old plantation, And for the old folks at home.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker expresses sadness roaming the world while longing for home.
- In plain terms
- I feel sad everywhere and miss home.
- What can you take from it?
- Longing for home is common when wandering.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Where do you feel most at home?
- How does travel affect your mood?
Another view
It reinforces a binary between home comfort and world sorrow.
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