Quote by Quentin Crisp

The British do not expect happiness. I had the impression, all the time that I lived there, that they do not want to be happy they want to be right.

The British do not expect happiness. I had the impression, a

Summary

This quote suggests that the British prioritize being right over pursuing happiness. The speaker implies that during their time in Britain, they observed that the focus was more on correctness and adherence to certain standards or beliefs, rather than prioritizing personal happiness or fulfillment. The quote implies that the British value being correct or "right" in their actions and decisions, possibly indicating a cultural inclination towards intellectualism or a desire to maintain traditions and principles.

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Happiness

By Quentin Crisp

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