Atmosphere
Atmosphere - meaning Summary
Sunlit Shelter Against Wind
The poem contrasts a harsh, windy open landscape with a low garden wall that creates a small, sheltered microclimate. Where the wall catches sunlight, winds lose force and the air becomes thicker with moisture, color, and scent. The closing line, "The hours of daylight gather atmosphere," suggests that light and time accumulate a distinct mood or presence in this protected spot. The poem observes how a simple structure alters environment and perception, turning exposure into concentrated life and feeling.
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