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Quote by H. L. Mencken on Mortality and Time

„Man weeps to think that he will die so soon; woman, that she was born so long ago.“

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Henry Louis Mencken, commonly known as H. L. Mencken in America, was an American writer, journalist, literary critic, columnist, satirist, and cultural critic of German descent.

This quote by H. L. Mencken poetically reflects the differing perspectives of men and women on mortality and time.


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Henry Louis Mencken (1880–1956) was an influential American writer, journalist, and critic of German heritage. Known for his sharp social commentary and satire, he addressed issues of culture, politics, and society.

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