Quote by H. G. [Herbert George] Wells

I want to go ahead of Father Time with a scythe of my own.

I want to go ahead of Father Time with a scythe of my own.

Summary

This quote symbolizes a desire to take control of one's own destiny and make the most out of time. It suggests a proactive approach to life, where one is motivated to surpass the limitations imposed by time. By expressing the desire to surpass "Father Time" (a personification of time), and wield a "scythe of my own" (a tool traditionally associated with the reaper, representing power over life and death), the quote exemplifies the longing to shape and dictate the course of one's life rather than passively accepting the constraints of time.

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By H. G. [Herbert George] Wells

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