Albert CamusMan is the only creature who refuses to be what he is.
About This Quote
Man is the only creature who refuses to be what he is. This quote reminds us that we are never content with our current state. We want to be better, smarter, more beautiful, richer, etc. The human mind is always searching for something that will fulfill all our desires, but in the end it always comes back to being who we are.
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