Quote by George Steiner

The immense majority of human biographies are a gray transit between domestic spasm and oblivion.

The immense majority of human biographies are a gray transit

Summary

This quote suggests that most human lives are unremarkable and ordinary, characterized by routine and insignificance. It implies that individuals spend their lives in a monotonous rhythm of domestic struggles, facing personal challenges and hardships, only to be forgotten and rendered inconsequential by history. The quote reflects a somewhat pessimistic view of human existence, emphasizing the fleeting nature of our impact and the limitations of our achievements.

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By George Steiner

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