Quote by Alexander Hamilton

A garden, you know, is a very usual refuge of a disappointed politician. Accordingly, I have purchased a few acres about nine miles from town, have built a house, and am cultivating a garden.

A garden, you know, is a very usual refuge of a disappointed

Summary

This quote suggests that a garden serves as a common solace for politicians who have faced disappointment. In response to a setback, the politician in question has acquired some land outside the city, constructed a house, and begun tending to a garden. Engaging in the act of cultivating this garden provides a source of solace and distraction from political disappointments. The idea behind this explanation is that working on a garden, being close to nature, and nurturing plants can bring a sense of peace and fulfillment, offering solace to those defeated by political pursuits.

By Alexander Hamilton

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