"And indeed, the burden of Cassandra's "gift" is evident in mythology. She predicted the outcome of many disastrous events. In one memorable example, Cassandra announced the dire consequences of the Trojans accepting the infamous Wooden Horse from their Greek opponents. But as Apollo made certain, no one believed Cassandra when she warned her companions about the future. And this, in the end, was to be Cassandra's tragic fate."
If I could think that I had sent a spark to those who come after I should be ready to say Goodbye.
Labels: Oliver Wendell Holmes, Quote
posted by The Cassandra Page @ 12:17 PM |
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