Quote by Alexander Pope

What's fame? a fancy'd life in other's breath. A thing beyond us, even before our death.

What's fame? a fancy'd life in other's breath. A thing beyon

Summary

This quote reflects on the ephemeral nature of fame and how it is ultimately dependent on the opinions and perceptions of others. It suggests that fame is a mere illusion, an imagined existence in the eyes of those who uphold it. Furthermore, it highlights the notion that fame is elusive and evades our control, as it can be attained or lost even before our own demise. In essence, the quote serves as a philosophical reflection on the transient and external nature of fame.

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Fame

By Alexander Pope

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