Continuous as the stars that shine And twinkle on the milky way.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker compares the continuity of the scene to the endless line of stars in the galaxy.
- In plain terms
- It stretched out forever like the stars in the sky.
- What can you take from it?
- Use vast natural imagery to convey endlessness.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What images convey endlessness to you?
- How do you describe vast scenes?
Another view
The comparison is common and may not feel fresh to modern readers.
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