Quote by Aime Cesaire

It is no use painting the foot of the tree white, the strength of the bark cries out from beneath the paint.

It is no use painting the foot of the tree white, the streng

Summary

This quote suggests that superficial changes or attempts to hide the truth are futile. The "foot of the tree" represents the surface or outer appearance, while the "strength of the bark" symbolizes the underlying reality or true nature. Painting the foot of the tree white may try to cover or mask the flaws, but the genuine strength of the bark cannot be concealed. Thus, the quote emphasizes that the truth will always reveal itself, making any attempt to deceive or disguise ultimately ineffective.

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