Quote by Willa Cather

There are only two or three human stories, and they go on repeating themselves as fiercely as if they had never happened before.

There are only two or three human stories, and they go on re

Summary

This quote suggests that despite the vast variety of individual experiences, there are ultimately only a few fundamental stories that humans consistently live out. These stories, such as love, power, or redemption, continue to play out repeatedly throughout history. The quote implies that these stories are so deeply ingrained in human nature that they are constantly being retold, as if they are always new and fresh to each generation. It speaks to the universality of human experiences and the timeless themes that pervade our lives.

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Storytelling

By Willa Cather

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