Quote by William Bolitho

General jackdaw culture, very little more than a collection of charming miscomprehensions, untargeted enthusiasms, and a general habit of skimming.

General jackdaw culture, very little more than a collection

Summary

This quote speaks about the general culture of jackdaws, which are intelligent birds known for their curiosity and tendency to imitate. It suggests that their culture is limited to a mixture of endearing misunderstandings, unfocused and unrestricted passions, and a tendency to quickly skim through things. In essence, the quote implies that jackdaws have a superficial and scattered approach to acquiring knowledge and interests, lacking depth or focused comprehension.

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By William Bolitho

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