Quote by Voltaire

History is nothing but a pack of tricks that we play upon the dead

History is nothing but a pack of tricks that we play upon th

Summary

This quote suggests that history is merely a clever manipulation of the past, implying that it is not an objective account of events but rather a convenient tool used to shape narratives and perspectives based on personal agendas or biases. It highlights the idea that history can be easily distorted and manipulated to serve the interests of those who have the power to narrate it, emphasizing the subjective nature of historical accounts.

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History

By Voltaire

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