Quote by Henry David Thoreau

All men are children, and of one family. The same tale sends them all to bed, and wakes them in the morning.

All men are children, and of one family. The same tale sends

Summary

This quote suggests that regardless of age or social status, all men are essentially similar and interconnected like children from one family. It implies that they are united by shared experiences and routines, such as bedtime stories and waking up in the morning. By emphasizing this common ground, the quote emphasizes the universal nature of humanity and highlights the underlying similarities that bind us all together, regardless of our external differences.

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By Henry David Thoreau

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