Quote by John Donne, Letter, September, 1

When I must shipwrack, I would do it in a sea, where mine impotencie might have some excuse; not in a sullen weedy lake, where I could not have so much as exercise for my swimming.

When I must shipwrack, I would do it in a sea, where mine im

Summary

In this quote, the speaker expresses a preference for facing difficult challenges in a vast and open setting rather than in a limited and suffocating environment. By saying, "When I must shipwrack," the speaker acknowledges that facing failures and setbacks is inevitable. However, they argue that it is preferable to encounter these obstacles in a sea where their own weaknesses can be somewhat justified, rather than in a stagnant and unproductive lake where there is no opportunity for growth or improvement. The quote reflects a desire for challenges that allow for personal growth and the ability to put one's skills to the test.

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By John Donne, Letter, September, 1

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