Quote by George Bernard Shaw

Englishmen hate Liberty and Equality too much to understand them. But every Englishman loves a pedigree.

Englishmen hate Liberty and Equality too much to understand

Summary

This quote suggests that English people have a disdain for the concepts of liberty and equality, as they value social status and "pedigree" more. It implies that the English prioritize aristocratic lineage and the superiority that comes with it, rather than valuing the principles of individual freedom and equal rights. The quote may be criticizing the English society's obsession with social class and its ignorance or lack of appreciation for the ideals of liberty and equality.

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By George Bernard Shaw

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