Quote by H. L. Mencken

The basic fact about human existence is not that it is a tragedy, but that it is a bore. It is not so much a war as an endless standing in line.

The basic fact about human existence is not that it is a tra

Summary

This quote suggests that the true nature of human existence is not characterized by tragic events, but rather by monotony and boredom. It implies that life is not like a battlefield where conflicts constantly arise, but more like a never-ending queue where individuals are simply waiting. The quote may reflect the speaker's perspective that life lacks excitement and purpose, emphasizing the mundane and repetitive aspects of existence.

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Life War

By H. L. Mencken

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