Quote Significance

The quote is significant to Mathabane's life in the story because he was one of the few people who decided that he would change himself rather than just wishing they could chance their surrondings. Mathabane worked hard to better himself and rise above the rest. He put forth the effort that few bother to and stuck with it even when it was difficult. The quote relates to the world today in that everyone wants to make the world a better place, but few want to change their lifestyle in order to accomplish this.