Quote by J. R. R. Tolkien

I wish life was not so short, he thought. languages take such a time, and so do all the things one wants to know about.

I wish life was not so short, he thought. languages take suc

Summary

In this quote, the speaker expresses their desire for a longer life because there is so much to learn and discover. They feel that learning different languages and gaining knowledge takes a considerable amount of time. The quote reflects the sentiment that life is too short to explore everything one wants to, highlighting the fleeting nature of time and the infinite possibilities for growth and understanding that remain unexplored.

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By J. R. R. Tolkien

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