Quote by Anthony Trollope

They who do not understand that a man may be brought to hope that which of all things is the most grievous to him, have not observed with sufficient closeness the perversity of the human mind.

They who do not understand that a man may be brought to hope

Summary

This quote suggests that those who fail to grasp the capacity of the human mind to find hope in circumstances that are most distressing or burdensome, do not truly understand the complexity and unpredictability of human nature. It implies that people have a unique ability to find solace and optimism even in situations that might seem objectively disheartening or painful. The quote reminds us to not underestimate the resilience and potential for hope within each individual, highlighting the sometimes paradoxical nature of human psychology.

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Hope

By Anthony Trollope

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