Quote by Robert Frost

Americans are like a rich father who wishes he knew how to give his son the hardships that made him rich.

Americans are like a rich father who wishes he knew how to g

Summary

This quote suggests that Americans, often prosperous and comfortable, long to pass on the struggles and challenges that helped them attain their wealth and success to the younger generations. It portrays them as individuals who recognize the value of facing difficulties and the lessons learnt from them. It highlights a desire to impart the wisdom gained from overcoming hardships, in order to ensure that future generations do not solely rely on their privileged upbringing and understand the importance of adversity in personal growth and success.

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Nationalism Nation Nationality

By Robert Frost

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