Quote by William Hazlitt

Anyone who has passed through the regular gradations of a classical education, and is not made a fool by it, may consider himself as having had a very narrow escape.

Anyone who has passed through the regular gradations of a cl

Summary

This quote, attributed to William Hazlitt, suggests that those who have gone through a traditional and standardized education system are fortunate if they have managed to avoid becoming intellectually limited or rigid in their thinking. The implication is that a classical education, which often prioritizes conformity and uniformity, can potentially hinder creativity and free thought. Hazlitt's quote implies that breaking free from the constraints of such an education is essential for personal growth and intellectual liberation.

By William Hazlitt

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