Quote by Cleveland Abbe

The atmosphere is much too near for dreams. It forces us to action. It is close to us. We are in it and of it. It rouses us both to study and to do. We must know its moods and also its motive forces.

The atmosphere is much too near for dreams. It forces us to

Summary

This quote emphasizes the idea that the immediate environment and surroundings we inhabit, symbolized by the atmosphere, do not allow us to simply dream or remain idle. Instead, it compels us to take action and be proactive. The quote also suggests that we are intimately connected to and influenced by our environment. It motivates us to engage in learning and practical pursuits, push ourselves to understand and adapt to its changing nature, and harness its essential driving forces.

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By Cleveland Abbe

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