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 is from Charles Dickens' novel "A Tale of Two Cities." It reflects the selfless sacrifice made by the character Sydney Carton. In the context of the story, Carton is willingly giving up his own life for the sake of someone else. Through this act, he believes he is fulfilling a higher purpose and finding a greater peace than he has ever experienced. The quote encapsulates the idea that sometimes, doing what is noble and altruistic can lead to a more fulfilling outcome than anything the individual has previously encountered.

By Charles Dickens

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