Quote by George Eliot

There's no pleasure i' living if you're to be corked up for ever, and only dribble your mind out by the sly, like a leaky barrel.


There's no pleasure i' living if you're to be corked up for

Summary

This quote highlights the importance of expressing oneself freely and openly in order to truly enjoy life. It suggests that living a life where one's thoughts and opinions are suppressed or hidden is not fulfilling. The analogy of a leaky barrel implies that holding back one's thoughts is a waste, just like a leaking barrel is wasteful. The quote implies that openness and free expression are necessary for a truly satisfying and enjoyable existence.

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Mind
By George Eliot
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