Quote by Thomas Carlyle

History, a distillation of rumour.

History, a distillation of rumour.

Summary

This quote captures the essence of history being represented as a condensed version of countless stories and narratives passed down from generation to generation. It suggests that historical accounts are often influenced by hearsay, biases, and incomplete information, leading to a certain level of uncertainty and subjectivity. It emphasizes the need for critical thinking and questioning when interpreting historical events and reminds us that historical truth may be subjective and multifaceted.

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