Quote by Hunter S. Thompson

The Edge... there is no honest way to explain it because the only people who really know where it is are the ones who have gone over.

The Edge... there is no honest way to explain it because the

Summary

This quote by American author Hunter S. Thompson suggests that the concept of "the edge" cannot be fully understood or described by those who have not experienced it firsthand. "The edge" refers to a state of living beyond societal norms or personal comfort zones, pushing oneself to extremes. Thompson suggests that only those who have taken risks, challenged boundaries, and gone beyond conventional limits can truly comprehend the nature of "the edge." It implies an element of introspection, highlighting the transformative power of personal experiences and the limitations of explanation for those who haven't lived it.

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By Hunter S. Thompson

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