And let me not leave out the moon-for surely there must be a moon, the full, incredibly clear disc that goes so well with Russian lusty frosts. So there it comes, steering out of a flock of small dappled clouds, which it tinges with a vague iridescence; and, as it sails higher, it glazes the runner tracks left on the road, where every sparkling lump of snow is emphasized by a swollen shadow.
In this evocative description from "Speak, Memory" by Vladimir Nabokov, the author paints a vivid picture of a moonlit winter landscape. The full moon, depicted as a brilliantly clear disc, complements the frosty atmosphere of Russia, enhancing the beauty of the scene. The interplay between the moon and the clouds adds an iridescent quality, creating a magical aura that influences the surrounding environment.
Nabokov describes how the moon shines upon the...
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