Quote by Martha Gellhorn

People may correctly remember the events of twenty years ago (a remarkable feat), but who remembers his fears, his disgusts, his tone of voice? It is like trying to bring back the weather of that time.

People may correctly remember the events of twenty years ago

Summary

This quote implies that while people may have a remarkable ability to recall events, it is difficult to truly remember the intricate details of one's emotions and experiences from the past. Just like how it is impossible to recreate the exact weather conditions from a specific day, remembering one's fears, disgusts, and even tone of voice from a bygone era proves to be challenging. Essentially, the quote highlights the fleeting nature of our recollections and the intangible aspects of our past that are often lost or distorted with the passage of time.

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By Martha Gellhorn

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