Quote by George Eliot

I at least have so much to do in unraveling certain human lots, and seeing how they were woven and interwoven, that all the light I can command must be concentrated on this particular web, and not dispersed over that tempting range of relevancies called the universe.

I at least have so much to do in unraveling certain human lo

Summary

In this quote, the speaker emphasizes the importance of focusing on understanding and unraveling specific aspects of human existence rather than getting distracted by the vastness of the universe and its numerous possibilities. The individual acknowledges that they have a limited amount of knowledge and insight, and their priority is to concentrate on exploring and comprehending the intricacies of human experiences, relationships, and interconnectedness, rather than delving into countless other topics that may divert their attention.

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By George Eliot

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