Quote by Charles Dickens

It is a far, far better thing that I do, than I have ever done; it is a far, far better rest that I go to, than I have ever known

It is a far, far better thing that I do, than I have ever do

Summary

This quote, spoken by Sydney Carton in Charles Dickens' "A Tale of Two Cities," highlights the redemptive nature of selfless sacrifice. Sydney expresses that the act he is about to undertake, sacrificing his own life for a greater cause, is superior to anything he has accomplished before. He sees this final act as a way to find a deeper peace and rest than he has experienced in his troubled life. Sydney's words depict the transformative power of selflessness, suggesting that sometimes the noblest actions can bring about a profound sense of fulfillment and contentment.

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By Charles Dickens

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