Quote by George Eliot

Errors look so very ugly in persons of small means --one feels they are taking quite a liberty in going astray; whereas people of fortune may naturally indulge in a few delinquencies.

Errors look so very ugly in persons of small means --one fee

Summary

This quote highlights a societal perception wherein errors or mistakes are seen as more unattractive in individuals with limited resources compared to wealthy individuals. It suggests that people of modest means are judged more harshly for their mistakes and deviations from societal norms, while those who are financially privileged are given greater leeway to engage in misconduct or transgressions. The quote reflects the unequal standards and varying expectations placed on individuals based on their socioeconomic status.

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