I am a person who continually destroys the possibilities of a future because of the numbers of alternative viewpoints I can focus on the present.
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The World War I, I'm a child of World War I. And I really know about the children of war. Because both my parents were both badly damaged by the war. My father, physically, and both mentally and emotionally. So, I know exactly what it's like to be brought up in an atmosphere of a continual harping on the war.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Doris Lessing reflects on the lasting impact of war on individuals, particularly children, shaped by their parents' experiences.
In this quote, Doris Lessing expresses how her upbringing was profoundly influenced by the aftermath of World War I, highlighting the deep scars that such conflicts leave on families. She acknowledges both her parents' struggles, illustrating the emotional and psychological burdens that can carry over to the next generation, ultimately portraying the children's perspective in a war-torn society.
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WarChildrenTraumaParentsImpact
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in a speech about the effects of war on future generations.
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