Quote by Ralph Waldo Emerson

I am ashamed to see what a shallow village tale our so-called History is.

I am ashamed to see what a shallow village tale our so-calle

Summary

The quote expresses the author's disappointment and embarrassment regarding the limited depth and substance of their society's historical narrative. It implies that the history being told is only a superficial account, resembling a simple gossip or rumor found within a small village. The author perceives this historical representation as lacking significance and meaningful insights, possibly suggesting a need for a more robust and scholarly examination of the past.

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By Ralph Waldo Emerson

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