Quote by Ralph Waldo Emerson

I cannot remember the books I've read any more than the meals I have eaten; even so, they have made me.

I cannot remember the books I've read any more than the meal

Summary

This quote suggests that while the speaker may not recollect the specifics of the books they have read or the meals they have eaten, these experiences have nevertheless shaped them. It reflects the notion that the impact of knowledge and nourishment extends beyond mere memory, permeating one's thoughts, perspective, and personal growth. It implies that the lasting influence of books and meals lies not in their retention, but in the profound effect they have on an individual's development.

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Books Reading We Are What We Eat We Are What We Read You Are What You Eat You Are What You Read

By Ralph Waldo Emerson

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