Quote by Edward Carpenter

It is curious that, with my somewhat antinomian tendencies, I should have gone to Trinity Hall - which was, and is, before all a Law College - and should thus have been thrown into close touch with the legal element in life.

It is curious that, with my somewhat antinomian tendencies,

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In this quote, the author reflects on their unconventional inclinations and reveals their surprise in attending Trinity Hall, a college known for its focus on law. They find it intriguing how their disposition, which opposes or questions established norms (antinomian tendencies), led them to be immersed in an environment closely intertwined with legality. The author's mention of being in "close touch with the legal element in life" implies the influence and engagement with legal concepts and perspectives, highlighting the irony of their unexpected connection with this field.

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