Quote by P. G. Wodehouse

Love has had a lot of press-agenting from the oldest times; but there are higher, nobler things than love.

Love has had a lot of press-agenting from the oldest times;

Summary

This quote suggests that love has often been highly praised and promoted throughout history. However, it emphasizes that there are qualities or ideals that surpass love in terms of their excellence and significance. It implies that there are other virtues or values, such as kindness, empathy, or morality, which hold greater importance and should be prioritized over love. Therefore, it prompts us to consider and appreciate higher ideals that exist beyond the fervor and obsession often associated with love.

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By P. G. Wodehouse

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