Quote by Bertrand Russell

It will be said that the joy of mental adventure must be rare, that there are few who can appreciate it, and that ordinary education can take no account of so aristocratic a good. I do not believe this. The joy of mental adventure is far commoner in the young than in grown men and women. ...It is rare in later life because everything is done to kill it during education.

It will be said that the joy of mental adventure must be rar

Summary

The quote suggests that many people underestimate the value and accessibility of the joy found in intellectual exploration and curiosity. The author believes that the joy of mental adventure is more common in youth, implying that education often suppresses this inclination as individuals grow older. This is likely attributed to the limitations, standardization, and stifling nature of traditional education systems. The quote challenges the notion that intellectual enjoyment is reserved for a privileged few, asserting that it should be cultivated and nurtured in everyone's educational journey.

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By Bertrand Russell

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