Quote by Ruth Benedict, An Anthropologist

In a world that holds books and babies and canyon trails, why should one condemn oneself to live day-in, day-out with people one does not like, and sell oneself to chaperone and correct them?Journal entry, May 20, 1913 during her brief career as a boarding-school teacher

In a world that holds books and babies and canyon trails, wh

Summary

This quote reflects the author's contemplation on the choice between living a life filled with the joy and beauty of nature, literature, and personal freedom versus sacrificing one's own happiness and individuality to fulfill the social and professional responsibilities of being a teacher. It questions the necessity of enduring a life surrounded by people one does not like, constantly supervising and educating them. The quote suggests that embracing personal passions and pursuits can be a more fulfilling and authentic way to live.

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By Ruth Benedict, An Anthropologist

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