All revolutions are, until they happen, then they are

All revolutions are, until they happen, then they are historical inevitabilities.

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The quote from David Mitchell's "Cloud Atlas" reflects on the nature of revolutions and their perception before and after they occur. Before a revolution, it is often seen as a radical idea or a distant possibility. People may debate its necessity or likelihood, and it can seem improbable in the context of the existing social or political structures. However, once a revolution takes place, it is viewed through the lens of...

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