On the waters swan and dolphin were beloved of her; in air, the sparrow and the dove. […] As he breathed a sigh, the air sounded through the reeds, and produced a plaintive melody. […] Darting through the air, veiled in clouds, they alighted on the towers of the city. […] The air resounded with the bark of the dogs. […] Victims were offered, the altars smoked, and the odor of incense filled the air.