Quote by Luigi Barzini

To put up a show is to face life's injustices with one of the few weapons available to a desperate and brave people, their imagination.

To put up a show is to face life's injustices with one of th

Summary

The quote suggests that when individuals are confronted with unfairness and difficulties in life, they can use their imagination as a powerful tool to confront and overcome these challenges. Putting up a show refers to using creativity and imagination as a means to cope with and address injustices. By using this tool, individuals, even in desperate situations, can display resilience and bravery towards the hardships they encounter, providing a means to tackle and transcend the limitations imposed by life's unfairness.

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Imagination

By Luigi Barzini

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