Quote by Mary McCarthy

...friendship...is essential to intellectuals. You can date the evolving life of a mind, like the age of a tree, by the rings of friendship formed by the expanding central trunk.

...friendship...is essential to intellectuals. You can date

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This quote emphasizes the significance of friendship in the lives of intellectuals. It suggests that one can understand the growth and development of a person's mind by observing the friendships they have cultivated throughout their life. Similar to the rings of a tree that indicate its age and resilience, friendships serve as markers of intellectual growth and experiences. Intellectuals rely on friendships as they provide a valuable source of support, inspiration, and exchange of ideas, shaping their worldview and contributing to their personal and intellectual development.

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