Quote by W. H. Auden

Anyone who has a child today should train him to be either a physicist or a ballet dancer. Then he'll escape.

Anyone who has a child today should train him to be either a

Summary

This quote suggests that training a child to become a physicist or a ballet dancer can provide a path to escaping the challenges and complexities of modern society. By focusing on these specialized fields, it implies that these individuals may have greater opportunities for success and fulfillment, enabling them to rise above the limitations of the contemporary world. Thus, the quote implies that investing in these particular professions can offer a means of escape from the difficulties of everyday life.

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By W. H. Auden

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