"Newspapers are the second hand of history. This hand, however, is usually not only of inferior metal to the other hands, it also seldom works properly"
- Arthur Schopenhauer
About this Quote
In this quote, thinker Arthur Schopenhauer compares papers to a "pre-owned" of history. This implies that newspapers are not the main source of details, but rather a secondary source that reports on occasions that have actually currently happened. Schopenhauer then goes on to slam papers, stating that they are typically made of "inferior metal" compared to other hands, implying that they are not as dependable or precise as other sources of information. He also recommends that newspapers do not constantly work effectively, indicating that they may be biased or sensationalized in their reporting. Overall, Schopenhauer's quote highlights the limitations and potential flaws of newspapers as a means of understanding history.
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