In records that defy the tooth of time.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Young notes that some records endure beyond the passage of time.
- In plain terms
- Some writings survive forever.
- What can you take from it?
- Create lasting work that outlives eras.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What makes a record timeless?
- How can you ensure your work endures?
Another view
Not all records truly resist time; many are lost.
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