Quote by Lewis Carroll

It's a poor sort of memory that only works backwards," the Queen remarked.

It's a poor sort of memory that only works backwards," the Q

Summary

This quote from Lewis Carroll's "Alice's Adventures in Wonderland" suggests that a valuable memory should not only recall past events but also be capable of looking forward and making predictions. The Queen criticizes a limited and unhelpful memory that solely dwells on the past and fails to utilize that information for future decisions and understanding. Carroll might be emphasizing the importance of an active and forward-thinking mindset, one that incorporates past experiences while being adaptive and forward-looking.

By Lewis Carroll

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