Quote by Stefan Zweig

But it is the way of youth that each fresh piece of knowledge of life should go to its head, and that once uplifted by an emotion it can never have enough of it.

But it is the way of youth that each fresh piece of knowledg

Summary

This quote suggests that young people are prone to becoming enthralled by new experiences and emotions. Each new piece of knowledge or insight about life has a profound impact on them, and once they are uplifted by a particular emotion, they crave more of it. It implies that youth embodies a sense of heightened curiosity and a desire to fully immerse themselves in various aspects of life, constantly seeking new and intense experiences.

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Life Emotions

By Stefan Zweig

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