Quote by Katherine Anne Porter

I have not much interest in anyone's personal history after the tenth year, not even my own. Whatever one was going to be was all prepared before that.

I have not much interest in anyone's personal history after

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In this quote, the speaker expresses their lack of interest in personal histories beyond early childhood. They believe that by the age of ten, a person's development and future path are largely determined. They suggest that one's character and potential are established during this stage, implying limited impact from experiences or personal growth thereafter. The quote suggests a deterministic perspective on human development, emphasizing the significance of early years in shaping who a person becomes.

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