Quote by Samuel Johnson

Their learning is like bread in a besieged town: every man gets a little, but no man gets a full meal.

Their learning is like bread in a besieged town: every man g

Summary

This quote suggests that the process of learning, in certain circumstances, is limited and fragmented. It compares learning to bread in a besieged town where each person can only obtain a small portion but not enough to have a complete and satisfying meal. It implies that there might be external factors or constraints that hinder individuals from fully acquiring knowledge or gaining a comprehensive understanding.

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By Samuel Johnson

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