That strange flower, the sun, Is just what you say. Have it your way. The world is ugly, And the people are sad.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker accepts a bleak view of the world and human sadness.
- In plain terms
- The world is ugly and people are sad.
- What can you take from it?
- Acknowledge the ugly and sad parts of life.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Is the world ugly?
- Are people sad?
Another view
This view ignores moments of beauty.
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