Quote by Henry David Thoreau

Go where we will on the surface of things, men have been there before us.

Go where we will on the surface of things, men have been the

Summary

This quote suggests that no matter where we go or what we do, we are not the first ones to have experienced it. It highlights the idea that humans have explored and lived on various parts of the Earth before our time. It reminds us that this world has a rich history of human existence and that our journeys and discoveries are part of a continuous timeline. Ultimately, it emphasizes our connection to those who came before us and the shared experiences we have as part of the human race.

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By Henry David Thoreau

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