Quote by Mark Twain

Some people get an education without going to college. The rest get it after they get out.

Some people get an education without going to college. The r

Summary

This quote suggests that while some individuals acquire knowledge and education through life experiences and self-learning, others only begin to understand the value of education after they leave or graduate from college. It highlights the idea that formal education is not the sole pathway to gaining knowledge and that learning can happen at any point in life. It emphasizes the importance of lifelong learning and highlights that education can be obtained through various means and experiences.

By Mark Twain

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