When I was a boy of fourteen, my father was so ignorant I could hardly stand to have the old man around. But when I got to be twenty-one, I was astonished at how much the old man had learned in seven years.

Summary

This quote reflects on the changing perspective one obtains as they grow older. As a young teenager, the speaker viewed their father as ignorant and was bothered by his presence. However, upon reaching adulthood at twenty-one, they realized the wisdom and knowledge their father had gained over the past seven years. It highlights the transformation of understanding and appreciation for parents or older figures as one matures and gains their own life experiences.

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