Thomas Harrison Humphreys’ poem On a Mote of Dust explores a humbling revelation. The speaker, once feeling like a giant, experiences a profound shift upon seeing something previously unseen. This moment of insight brings a deeper understanding of their place in the vast expanse of existence.
On a Mote of Dust


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