Quote by Arthur Schopenhauer, Parerga and

The closing years of life are like the end of a masquerade party, when the masks are dropped.

The closing years of life are like the end of a masquerade p

Summary

This quote suggests that as people age, they become more authentic and reveal their true selves, much like at the end of a masquerade party when masks are taken off. It implies that in old age, individuals let go of pretenses and societal expectations, allowing their genuine identities to shine. This could be interpreted as a reminder to embrace one's true self and live authentically, even as one grows older.

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By Arthur Schopenhauer, Parerga and

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