Each one writes history according to his convenience.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Historical narratives are often written to suit the interests of the writer.
- In plain terms
- People write history to match their needs.
- What can you take from it?
- History is often shaped by convenience.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do we find unbiased history?
- Why do people shape history?
Another view
Some historical facts remain objective regardless of convenience.
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