Quote by Charles Caleb Colton

He who studies books alone will know how things ought to be, and he who studies men will know how they are.

He who studies books alone will know how things ought to be,

Summary

This quote suggests that knowledge gained solely from studying books provides an understanding of how things should ideally be. On the other hand, studying people and observing human behavior grants one an understanding of the reality of how things truly are. Ultimately, it highlights the importance of both theoretical knowledge derived from books and practical knowledge gained from interacting with others in order to have a comprehensive understanding of the world.

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By Charles Caleb Colton

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