More than that, I believe that the grass is green because green is restful to the human eye, that the sky is blue to give us an idea of the infinite. And that blood is red so that murder will be more easily detected and criminals will be brought to justice. Yes, and I believe that I shall live forever, but I shall live without reason.
In Penelope Fitzgerald's "The Gate of Angels," the author expresses profound reflections on nature and perception. The belief that grass is green suggests that this color provides a sense of calmness to humans, while the blue sky symbolizes the vastness of the universe. These colors not only serve aesthetic purposes but also help convey deeper meanings about existence and the human experience.
Fitzgerald further explores the symbolism of red blood, associating...
