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All this time I lived with my parents, and wrought on the plantation and having had schooling pretty well for a planter,
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"All this time I lived with my parents, and wrought on the plantation; and having had schooling pretty well for a planter, I used to improve myself in winter evenings, and other leisure times"

- John Woolman

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John Woolman's quote speaks with the value of education and self-improvement. He was born into a family of planters and spent his early life working on the plantation. Despite the demands of his work, he had the ability to find time to educate himself during the winter nights and other minutes of leisure. This quote highlights the worth of education and the significance of maximizing one's time. Woolman's words suggest that even in the midst of a busy life, it is possible to find moments to learn and grow. His words also highlight the significance of taking advantage of opportunities to discover and establish, no matter how little they might be. Woolman's quote is a pointer that education and self-improvement are vital for individual growth and success.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by John Woolman between October 19, 1720 and October 7, 1772. He/she was a famous Clergyman from USA. The author also have 17 other quotes.

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