Quote by George Orwell

...every human being is doomed to die, which is the greatest of all failures.

...every human being is doomed to die, which is the greatest

Summary

This quote implies that death is viewed as the ultimate failure for all human beings. It suggests that no matter our accomplishments, existence itself is ultimately a failure because it is destined to end in death. The quote reflects a pessimistic view on life, emphasizing the inevitability of mortality and highlighting the perceived futility of all human endeavors in the face of this inescapable fate.

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By George Orwell

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