A marriage was so sacred in the eyes of gods and men that a lowly tenant farmer’s daughter, born and raised in undyed white hemp every day of her entire life, was permitted to play the part of the most noble of women just for a day. - P6
Whereas that was an ecstasy of height, coolness, and solitude, this was an ecstasy of depth, warmth, and union. - P6
But the wind howled into his ear, and he lowered his bow and arrow. Never kill a tiger unless it decides to kill you first. - P8
He was on fours like an animal; when even his elbows gave out he curled into the powder, sparkling white in the moonlight. Then he thought, I should be facing the sky, so he heaved himself over onto his back. The moon was gently smiling down on him: it was the closest thing in nature to mercy. - P8
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