Quote by George Bernard Shaw

Some men see things as they are and say, Why? I of dream things that never were, and say, Why not?

Some men see things as they are and say, Why? I of dream thi

Summary

This quote, often paraphrased from George Bernard Shaw's "Back to Methuselah," highlights the contrast between different mindsets. It suggests that while some people accept things as they are and question why they are that way, there are also individuals who envision possibilities beyond the current reality and question why those things cannot come into existence. It encourages the exploration of innovative and idealistic ideas, urging us to challenge the status quo and consider what could be achieved.

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Prophecy

By George Bernard Shaw

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