Quote by James Russell Lowell

He mastered whatever was not worth the knowing.

He mastered whatever was not worth the knowing.

Summary

This quote suggests that the person being referred to has taken the time and effort to become skilled or knowledgeable in things that are considered trivial or unimportant. They have become experts in areas that hold little value or significance to others. Instead of focusing on gaining knowledge in valuable or meaningful subjects, this person has directed their energy towards understanding things that are generally regarded as insignificant or unworthy of attention.

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Knowledge

By James Russell Lowell

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