Quote by Charlotte Bronte

Memory in youth is active and easily impressible in old age it is comparatively callous to new impressions, but still retains vividly those of earlier years.

Memory in youth is active and easily impressible in old age

Summary

This quote suggests that our memory is most vibrant and receptive to new experiences during youth. As we grow older, our ability to create strong impressions diminishes, but we retain vivid memories of our earlier years. Essentially, it implies that our capacity for forming new memories decreases with age, while our recollection of past memories remains intact.

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By Charlotte Bronte

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