Quote by W. S. Gilbert

The idiot who praises, with enthusiastic tone, All centuries but this, and every country but his own.

The idiot who praises, with enthusiastic tone, All centuries

Summary

This quote refers to individuals who excessively praise and appreciate all periods in history and all countries except for their own. It suggests that such people are naive or foolish, possibly ignorant of the flaws and challenges present in other nations and eras. The quote criticizes their blind enthusiasm and highlights the irony of overlooking the merits and uniqueness of their own culture.

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