Quote by Alphonse Karr

The more things change, the more they are the same.

The more things change, the more they are the same.

Summary

This quote implies that regardless of how much change may occur in the world, certain fundamental aspects or patterns tend to remain consistent. It suggests that while external circumstances might shift, human nature or underlying principles often stay unchanged. Basically, it speaks to the idea that even in a rapidly evolving world, there are enduring similarities that persist throughout time.

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By Alphonse Karr

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