Quote by George Eliot

Better spend an extra hundred or two on your son's education, than leave it him in your will.

Better spend an extra hundred or two on your son's education

Summary

This quote suggests that it is more beneficial to invest in your child's education while you are alive, rather than simply leaving them a financial inheritance. It implies that investing in education can provide long-term advantages, personal growth, and opportunities that can have a greater impact on one's life than a sum of money. It encourages parents to prioritize the educational development of their children as a means to equip them with the necessary tools for success, rather than relying solely on financial inheritance.

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Education

By George Eliot

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