Quote by William Bolitho

General jackdaw culture, very little more than a collection of charming miscomprehensions, untargeted enthusiasms, and a general habit of skimming.

General jackdaw culture, very little more than a collection

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This quote speaks about the general culture of jackdaws, which are intelligent birds known for their curiosity and tendency to imitate. It suggests that their culture is limited to a mixture of endearing misunderstandings, unfocused and unrestricted passions, and a tendency to quickly skim through things. In essence, the quote implies that jackdaws have a superficial and scattered approach to acquiring knowledge and interests, lacking depth or focused comprehension.

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