When I bestride him, I soar, I am a hawk: he trots the air; the earth sings when he touches it; the basest horn of his hoof is more musical than the pipe of Hermes.
In Shakespeare's "Henry V," the speaker articulates the joy and exhilaration of riding a powerful horse. The image of soaring like a hawk emphasizes the freedom and elevation one feels when mounted, suggesting a deep connection between rider and steed. This relationship transcends the ordinary, showcasing the horse's grace and strength as it gallops through the air, evoking a sense of splendor and joy.
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