My father followed, during most of his life, the precarious occupation of a country school teacher.

Summary

This quote, attributed to Ralph Waldo Emerson, implies that the speaker’s father had a difficult and uncertain career as a rural teacher. It suggests that the occupation was not prosperous or stable, but was characterized by economic and professional instability. This admiration for the father's commitment and resilience despite the challenges faced in his chosen profession reflects the societal appreciation for educators who often work tirelessly in less privileged settings to ensure access to education for all.

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