Quote by Robert Browning

Fail I alone, in words and deeds? Why, all men strive and who succeeds?

Fail I alone, in words and deeds? Why, all men strive and wh

Summary

This quote questions the notion of individual failure, noting that everyone faces challenges and aims to succeed. It implies that failure is not an isolated experience but rather a universal part of the human condition. By highlighting the collective nature of striving and the rarity of achieving success, it suggests that it is unreasonable to solely blame oneself for failure, as it is a shared struggle faced by all.

By Robert Browning

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