Quote by Ralph Waldo Emerson

Conversation is an art in which a man has all mankind for his competitors, for it is that which all are practicing every day while they live

Conversation is an art in which a man has all mankind for hi

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This quote suggests that conversation is a skill that everyone is constantly honing throughout their lives. It portrays life as a competition, where each person competes against the entirety of humanity in their ability to engage in meaningful and effective conversations. The quote emphasizes the importance of conversation as an art form, indicating that being a skilled conversationalist requires practice and the ability to navigate and connect with different individuals from all walks of life.

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