Quote by Stephen King

History doesn't repeat itself, but it harmonizes, and what it usually makes is the devil's music.

History doesn't repeat itself, but it harmonizes, and what i

Summary

This quote suggests that history does not exactly repeat itself, but it often rhymes or harmonizes with past events. With this harmony, history tends to create negative outcomes or "the devil's music." It acknowledges that patterns and echoes from the past can be seen in current events, leading to similar negative consequences. In essence, the quote serves as a cautionary reminder of the potential dangers and lessons that can arise from the repetition or reimagining of past events in history.

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History Time Travel

By Stephen King

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