Quote by Edgar Allan Poe

The ninety and nine are with dreams, content but the hope of the world made new, is the hundredth man who is grimly bent on making those dreams come true.

The ninety and nine are with dreams, content but the hope of

Summary

This quote highlights that while the majority of individuals are content with merely dreaming of a better world, true progress comes from the determination of the few who actively work towards making those dreams a reality. The "ninety and nine" represent the majority who passively hope for change, while the "hundredth man" symbolizes the rare individual who is passionately committed to bringing about positive transformation. It emphasizes the importance of action and the relentless pursuit of goals to achieve genuine progress in society.

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By Edgar Allan Poe

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