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“Of my infancy I can speak little, only I do remember that in the fourth year of my age I had the measles.” quote by William Lilly
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“Of my infancy I can speak little, only I do remember that in the fourth year of my age I had the measles.”

William Lilly

About This Quote

Source Historical Document: Personal Diary, 1665

The writer recalls a vague early childhood memory, noting that at age four they suffered from measles.

In simple terms: Early memory of childhood illness at age four.

Key Takeaway

Remember early health experiences.

Themes

history personal health memory

Mood

reflective nostalgic

Type

personal historical

When to use this quote

  • family storytelling
  • medical history
  • personal reflection

Key Concepts

early childhood disease history

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do early illnesses shape later life?
  • What role do childhood memories play in identity?
A Different Perspective

Memory may be unreliable or incomplete.

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