Quote by Oscar Wilde
The post on her left was occupied by Mr. Erskine of Treadley, an old gentleman of considerable charm and culture, who had fallen, however, into bad habits of silence, having, as he explained once to Lady Agatha, said everything that he had to say before he was thirty.
Summary
This quote describes Mr. Erskine, an old man with charm and culture, who has become accustomed to remaining silent. He confesses to Lady Agatha that he has already expressed all he needed to say before reaching the age of 30. The quote suggests that Mr. Erskine feels there is nothing new or worthwhile left for him to contribute to conversations, leading him to maintain a habit of reticence.
By Oscar Wilde
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