Quote by William Feather

One of the indictments of civilizations is that happiness and intelligence are so rarely found in the same person.

One of the indictments of civilizations is that happiness an

Summary

This quote suggests that throughout history, civilizations often lack individuals who possess both happiness and intelligence simultaneously. It implies that intelligence might bring about a certain level of dissatisfaction or seriousness, hindering one's ability to experience true happiness. Conversely, individuals who are happy may be perceived as lacking intellectual capacity. Thus, the quote highlights the rarity of individuals who can successfully balance intelligence and happiness within a civilization.

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