Quote by Ralph Waldo Emerson

There is this to be said in favor of drinking, that it takes the drunkard first out of society, then out of the world.

There is this to be said in favor of drinking, that it takes

Summary

This quote suggests that there is a positive aspect to drinking, as it initially removes the drunkard from society, indicating a break from following social norms and constraints. Furthermore, it takes them out of the world, potentially implying a temporary escape from the hardships and problems of everyday life. While it can be interpreted as a commentary on the allure of alcohol as a means of momentarily escaping reality, it also emphasizes the drawbacks of excessive drinking and its isolating effects.

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Alcohol/alcoholism

By Ralph Waldo Emerson

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