Quote by Eugenio Montale

Too many lives are needed to make just one.

Too many lives are needed to make just one.

Summary

This quote suggests that the development and creation of a single individual's life requires input from numerous other lives. It implies that the experiences, contributions, and influences of various people shape and form an individual's character and existence. It emphasizes the interconnectedness and interdependence of human lives, asserting that one person's life is not solely their own, but a tapestry woven with threads from countless others.

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By Eugenio Montale

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