Quote by Ernest Hemingway

Cowardice, as distinguished from panic, is almost always simply a lack of ability to suspend the functioning of the imagination.

Cowardice, as distinguished from panic, is almost always sim

Summary

This quote suggests that cowardice is often a result of an inability to control the imagination. Unlike panic, which is a sudden burst of fear, cowardice stems from a failure to detach oneself from imagined fears or possibilities. It implies that those who are unable to suspend the functioning of their imagination are more likely to succumb to cowardice, as their fears overpower rational thought and prevent them from taking on challenges or risks.

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Imagination Ability

By Ernest Hemingway

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