Now it was close to sunset and the earth was beginning to cool off in the manner of eternity and office girls were returning like penguins from Montgomery Street.
In Richard Brautigan's "Trout Fishing in America," the setting shifts as the day nears its end, creating an atmosphere of tranquility. The evening is approaching, and the temperature is beginning to drop, signifying a transition that feels timeless and eternal. This moment captures the essence of the day's close, illustrating the calmness that envelops the environment.
The imagery of office workers returning home is vivid and playful, comparing them to penguins....