I do not write for this generation. I am writing for other ages. If this could read me, they would burn my books, the work of my whole life. On the other hand, the generation which interprets these writings will be an educated generation; they will understand me and say: 'Not all were asleep in the nighttime of our grandparents.'

Summary

This quote suggests that the author is aware that their writing may not be appreciated or understood by their contemporaries. Instead, they believe that future generations will be more open-minded and receptive to their work. The author acknowledges that if the present generation could grasp the depth of their words, they would reject and condemn it. However, they express hope that future educated generations will appreciate their writing and acknowledge that not all individuals from their grandparents' time were oblivious or indifferent to important ideas and concepts.