Quote by Virginia Woolf

We may enjoy our room in the tower, with the painted walls and the commodious bookcases, but down in the garden there is a man digging who buried his father this morning, and it is he and his like who live the real life and speak the real language.

We may enjoy our room in the tower, with the painted walls a

Summary

This quote emphasizes the contrast between a comfortable, isolated existence and the harsh realities of life. The "room in the tower" represents a privileged, sheltered lifestyle with material comforts. However, the true essence of life and genuine experiences lie in the struggles and hardships faced by individuals like the man digging in the garden who has just lost his father. These individuals, representing the common man, live a more authentic and meaningful existence, speaking the unfiltered language of truth and emotion. The quote reminds us that genuine human experiences are often found outside of our comfort zones and in our ability to connect with others' struggles.

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Life Language Man

By Virginia Woolf

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