Summary
This quote suggests that drinking ale is a means to escape the pains or burdens of thinking too much. It implies that alcohol can serve as a form of relief for those who find deep contemplation challenging or distressing. The statement emphasizes a desire for a temporary respite from cognitive strain and highlights the use of ale as a way to alleviate or numb intellectual or emotional discomfort.
Topics
Alcohol/alcoholism
By A.E. Housman