Quote by Joseph Conrad, Marlow, in Lord J

Hang ideas! They are tramps, vagabonds, knocking at the back-door of your mind, each taking a little of your substance, each carrying away some crumb of that belief in a few simple notions you must cling to if you want to live decently and would like to die easy!

Hang ideas! They are tramps, vagabonds, knocking at the back

Summary

This quote suggests that ideas are unpredictable and dangerous. They are described as tramps and vagabonds, unwelcome visitors that invade the mind and challenge one's beliefs. These ideas possess the power to disrupt the simple notions that provide comfort and stability in life. By taking pieces of our beliefs, they can potentially unsettle our peace of mind. The quote emphasizes the need to hold onto these simple notions to lead a respectable life and find solace in death.

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By Joseph Conrad, Marlow, in Lord J

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