The sun of that chilishness goes on shining even when the larger bodies of hotter stars have risen to smelt you and cover you with their influence. The recenter stars may be more critical, more in the eye, but that earlier sun still remains a long time.
In Saul Bellow's "The Adventures of Augie March," the quote discusses the enduring influence of childhood experiences and innocence. It suggests that even as one matures and encounters more significant challenges and influences, the warmth and simplicity of childhood continue to shine brightly in the background.
This perspective highlights the contrast between the complexities of adult life and the pure joy of youth. The new challenges may seem dominant, yet the foundational experiences of childhood persist, shaping an individual's character and emotional landscape long after those early years have passed.
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