Quote by Alfred North Whitehead

Speech is human nature itself, with none of the artificiality of written language.

Speech is human nature itself, with none of the artificialit

Summary

This quote suggests that speech is inherently natural to humans, devoid of the constructed and artificial nature that is present in written language. It implies that spoken words come effortlessly to humans, reflecting their innate ability to communicate authentically and expressively. By emphasizing the naturalness of speech, the quote potentially highlights its greater ability to convey genuine emotions, intentions, and thoughts compared to the more deliberate and structured form of written language.

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By Alfred North Whitehead

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