Quote by Augustine Birrell, Obiter Dicta

Milton calls the university A stony-hearted step-mother.

Milton calls the university A stony-hearted step-mother.

Summary

In this quote, Milton likens the university to a "stony-hearted step-mother." This suggests that he views the university as a harsh and unfeeling entity. The use of the term "step-mother" implies that the university, although it may have a role in nurturing and educating its students, lacks the warmth and compassion of a true mother figure. This metaphor highlights Milton's criticism of the university's lack of empathy and understanding towards its students, perhaps indicating his dissatisfaction with the institution's rigid and impersonal nature.

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By Augustine Birrell, Obiter Dicta

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