Quote by Herman Melville, Billy Budd

The sailor is frankness, the landsman is finesse. Life is not a game with the sailor, demanding the long head

The sailor is frankness, the landsman is finesse. Life is no

Summary

This quote suggests that a sailor embodies frankness and directness, while a landsman (a person not experienced at sea) relies more on finesse and skill. It implies that life is not a playful or trivial matter for sailors, as they need to navigate challenges and make calculated decisions. The notion of "demanding the long head" implies that sailors require wisdom and foresight to handle the unpredictability of life at sea. Overall, this quote highlights the contrasting approaches of the sailor and the landsman to navigating life's complexities.

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By Herman Melville, Billy Budd

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