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"And die of nothing but a rage to live"

- Alexander Pope

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This quote by Alexander Pope is a representation on the human problem and also the mystery of life. It speaks with the suggestion that, in spite of our best shots, life is inevitably short lived and we are all predestined to pass away. The quote suggests that, regardless of our attempts to live life to the maximum, we are eventually destined pass away. The expression "craze to live" indicates that we are driven by a wish to live life to the maximum, but that this need is ultimately futile. The quote indicates that, despite exactly how hard we attempt, death is inescapable and we will all at some point succumb to it. This quote works as a pointer that life is valuable and also should be appreciated as well as taken pleasure in while we can. It additionally functions as a tip that death is a part of life as well as ought to be accepted because of this.

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Alexander Pope This quote is written / told by Alexander Pope between May 21, 1688 and May 30, 1744. He was a famous Poet from England. The author also have 88 other quotes.

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