Quote by Robert Bolt, A Man For All Seaso

Morality's not practical. Morality's a gesture. A complicated gesture learnt from books.

Morality's not practical. Morality's a gesture. A complicate

Summary

This quote suggests that morality is seen as something impractical or idealistic. It implies that moral values and principles are merely gestures, learned from books and intellectualized, rather than being rooted in practicality or reality. The quote potentially expresses a perspective that moral guidance may not hold inherent value in the practical world, as it is perceived as a complex and learned concept, divorced from the practicalities of everyday life.

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By Robert Bolt, A Man For All Seaso

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