Quote by George Borrow

The Germans are the most philosophic people in the world, and the greatest smokers: now I trace their philosophy to their smoking. Smoking has a sedative effect upon the nerves, and enables a man to bear the sorrows of this life (of which every one has his share) not only decently, but dignifiedly.

The Germans are the most philosophic people in the world, an

Summary

This quote suggests a connection between the philosophical nature of Germans and their propensity for smoking. The author suggests that smoking has a calming and soothing effect on the nerves, allowing individuals to cope with the inevitable sorrows and challenges of life in a dignified manner. The quote presents smoking as a tool or habit that enables individuals to maintain composure and resilience, and implies that this ability to bear hardship with grace is reflected in the philosophical traditions and cultural traits of the German people.

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By George Borrow

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