Quote by Mikhail Bakunin
Does it follow that I reject all authority? Perish the thought. In the matter of boots, I defer to the authority of the boot-maker.
Summary
This quote suggests that the speaker does not reject all forms of authority. They acknowledge that there are certain areas, like the expertise of a boot-maker, where it is rational and necessary to defer to authority. By using boots as an example, the quote implies that authority should be respected and trusted in instances where someone possesses specific knowledge or skills. However, it does not necessarily extend to all areas of life or authority figures in general.
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