Quote by Arnold Bennett

The people who live in the past must yield to the people who live in the future. Otherwise the world would begin to turn the other way round.

The people who live in the past must yield to the people who

Summary

This quote suggests that those who cling to outdated ideas and refuse to adapt to change must give way to those who embrace a forward-thinking mindset. It highlights the importance of progress and warns that failure to evolve may lead to regression. The quote hints at the dynamic nature of the world, implying that advances and advancements should not be hindered by those who hold onto the past.

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By Arnold Bennett

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