Quote by George Borrow

If you must commit suicide... always contrive to do it as decorously as possible; the decencies, whether of life or of death, should never be lost sight of.

If you must commit suicide... always contrive to do it as de

Summary

This quote suggests that if one is driven to the point of contemplating suicide, it should still be carried out with dignity and respect. It emphasizes the importance of maintaining decorum even in the face of such extreme circumstances. The quote implies that regardless of the circumstances, it is essential to preserve one's sense of dignity and adhere to societal norms and values, even in the act of ending one's life.

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Suicide

By George Borrow

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