Quote by Mary Wortley Montagu

The use of knowledge in our sex (beside the amusement of solitude) is to moderate the passions and learn to be contented with a small expense, which are the certain effects of a studious life and, it may be, preferable even to that fame which men have engrossed to themselves and will not suffer us to share.


The use of knowledge in our sex (beside the amusement of sol

Summary

This quote suggests that knowledge should serve a practical purpose in our lives. Besides the personal enjoyment it brings, it is meant to help us control our emotions and find contentment in simplicity. This can be achieved through academic pursuits, and such fulfillment may even surpass the desire for fame that is often reserved for a select few. In essence, the quote urges us to prioritize the beneficial impact of knowledge on ourselves, rather than the societal recognition that often comes with it.

By Mary Wortley Montagu
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