That clear, cool August day which made Anna feel so hopeless seemed exhilarating and invigorating to him and refreshed his face and neck, which were glowing after their washing and rubbing.
Quella stessa chiara e fresca giornata d’agosto, che così disperatamente aveva agito su Anna, pareva a lui eccitante e vivificante e gli rinfrescava il viso e il collo accaldati dall’abluzione.