Quotation by

Robert Louis Stevenson

It is not likely that posterity will fall in love with us, but not impossible that it may respect or sympathize so a man would rather leave behind him the portrait of his spirit than a portrait of his face.

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Understanding this quote AI Analysis

Stevenson suggests that future generations probably won't feel affection for us personally, but they might understand or appreciate our inner character. Because of this, a person might prefer to be remembered for their true nature or values rather than their physical appearance.

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