Quote by Victor Hugo

There is no such thing as a little country. The greatness of a people is no more determined by their numbers than the greatness of a man is by his height.

There is no such thing as a little country. The greatness of

Summary

This quote suggests that the size or population of a country does not determine its greatness. Just as the worth of a person is not defined by their physical stature, the greatness of a people is not measured by their numbers. It emphasizes the idea that the strength, achievements, and significance of a country and its people should be evaluated based on qualities such as character, values, contribution, and overall impact, rather than superficial factors like size or population.

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By Victor Hugo

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