Honest is great legacy.

About This Quote

In the book, Humboldt’s Gift, Louisa May Alcott, a writer of the 19th century, has a character say: "I have been waiting a long time for a true hero to appear." In this quote, she is saying that the greatest legacy someone could leave behind would be an honest one. Honesty is something that is very hard to come by in our society. We have been taught from a young age not to tell the truth. However, staying honest and truthful can be a great legacy to give to your children.

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