Quote by Walter Bagehot

When great questions end, little parties begin.

When great questions end, little parties begin.

Summary

This quote suggests that when significant or thought-provoking discussions reach a conclusion, less meaningful conversations or trivial gatherings often ensue. It implies that significant inquiries or deep conversations tend to engage individuals on a higher intellectual level, while smaller social gatherings or less profound topics are typically focused on casual and superficial interactions.

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By Walter Bagehot

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