Quote by George William Curtis

While we read history we make history.

While we read history we make history.

Summary

This quote suggests that as we engage with and learn from history, we are actively shaping the present and future. By studying and understanding the past, we are able to make more informed decisions and take meaningful action in our own lives and societies. It emphasizes the importance of actively participating in the world around us, rather than simply being passive observers. Reading history becomes not just an act of gaining knowledge, but also a means to create change and have a lasting impact.

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By George William Curtis

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