Quote by George Eliot

There's folks 'ud stand on their heads and then say the fault was i' their boots.

There's folks 'ud stand on their heads and then say the faul

Summary

This quote implies that there are people who refuse to take responsibility for their own actions or admit their mistakes. They are willing to go to great lengths, even absurd ones like standing on their heads, to avoid facing their faults. Instead, they prefer to blame external factors, like their boots, for any shortcomings or mishaps. Ultimately, this quote highlights the tendency of some individuals to avoid accountability and place the blame elsewhere.

By George Eliot

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