Quote by Lawrence Durrell

History is an endless repetition of the wrong way of living.

History is an endless repetition of the wrong way of living.

Summary

This quote suggests that the mistakes and missteps of human history are continuously repeated, indicating that we often fail to learn from past experiences. It implies that throughout time, societies and individuals make the same errors and choose the wrong paths in life, despite the opportunity for growth and improvement. It speaks to the cyclic nature of human behavior and the tendency to repeat patterns of negativity, pointing out the potential for stagnation rather than progress in our collective journey.

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By Lawrence Durrell

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