Events cast long shadows before. One such event would be a war. But how are shadows to be seen When total darkness fills the screen?
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Brecht notes that history casts shadows, but sometimes the future is so dark they cannot be seen.
- In plain terms
- History matters, but it is hard to see when the future is unclear.
- What can you take from it?
- Don't ignore history even when the future is dark.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Can you plan without knowing the past?
- What happens in total darkness?
Another view
Sometimes the past offers no guidance.
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