Quote by George Santayana

Boston is a moral and intellectual nursery always busy applying first principals to trifles.

Boston is a moral and intellectual nursery always busy apply

Summary

This quote suggests that Boston is a city known for its focus on moral and intellectual development. The phrase "nursery" implies that Boston is like a breeding ground or a place of nurturing for these values, constantly engaging in discussions and debates about fundamental principles. However, it also implies that these discussions may sometimes apply overly abstract thinking to unimportant matters ("trifles"). Overall, the quote characterizes Boston as a city deeply committed to moral and intellectual pursuits, even if these pursuits may occasionally seem disproportionate or unnecessary in certain contexts.

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By George Santayana

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