Quote by Ralph Waldo Emerson

A man finds room in the few square inches of the face for the traits of all his ancestors; for the expression of all his history, and his wants.

A man finds room in the few square inches of the face for th

Summary

This quote suggests that a person's face is a canvas that represents their ancestral lineage, personal history, and desires. Despite the limited space available, all these aspects somehow find a place to be expressed in the features and expression of an individual's face. The quote highlights the idea that a person's face is not merely a physical structure, but a window into their past and present, reflecting the culmination of their genetic heritage and life experiences.

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By Ralph Waldo Emerson

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