Quote by Willa Cather

The dead might as well try to speak to the living as the old to the young.

The dead might as well try to speak to the living as the old

Summary

This quote suggests a significant communication barrier between different generations. It implies that the wisdom and experiences of older individuals may not be understood or appreciated by the younger generation, much like how the dead cannot have meaningful conversations with the living. It highlights the difficulty in bridging the gap between age groups and the challenge in effectively transmitting knowledge and understanding from one generation to another.

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Generations

By Willa Cather

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