Quote by Tobias Smollett

Some folks are wise and some are otherwise.

Some folks are wise and some are otherwise.

Summary

This quote humorously suggests that there are two types of people: those who possess wisdom and those who do not. By playing with the rhyme of "wise" and "otherwise," it implies that those who are "otherwise" lack intelligence or common sense. This concise statement highlights the existence of a stark divide between those who make wise decisions and those who make foolish ones, emphasizing the importance of wisdom in navigating life's challenges.

By Tobias Smollett

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