Quote by Ralph Waldo Emerson

In America the geography is sublime, but the men are not; the inventions are excellent, but the inventors one is sometimes ashamed of.

In America the geography is sublime, but the men are not; th

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This quote suggests that America has a magnificent and awe-inspiring landscape, but the quality of its people does not match the beauty of the land. It also points out that while there are outstanding inventions that emerge from America, the character or actions of some inventors leave something to be desired, potentially causing feelings of disappointment or embarrassment. This could be interpreted as a commentary on the contradiction between the natural beauty of the country and the shortcomings of its citizens and innovators.

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By Ralph Waldo Emerson

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