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To sit in the shade on a fine day and look upon verdure is the most perfect refreshment.

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This quote by Jane Austen reflects the simple yet profound joy of finding contentment in observing the lush greenery on a beautiful day, emphasizing the restorative power of nature.
Quote by Jane Austen
Writer, British
Jane Austen was an English writer known for her novels, which often criticize and satirize the British landed gentry at the end of the 18th century.
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