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Although there exist many thousand subjects for elegant conversation, there are persons who cannot meet a cripple withou
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"Although there exist many thousand subjects for elegant conversation, there are persons who cannot meet a cripple without talking about feet"

- Ernest Bramah

About this Quote

This quote by Ernest Bramah is a commentary on the lack of social grace and tact that some individuals have. It suggests that, while there are many interesting topics of discussion, some people are so uneasy with physical disabilities that they can not assist but bring up the topic of the disability itself. This quote suggests that these people do not have the social awareness to recognize that talking about a person's disability is unsuitable and insensitive. It also implies that these individuals are so uncomfortable with physical disabilities that they can not think of anything else to speak about. This quote serves as a suggestion to be conscious of the subjects of discussion when engaging with individuals who have handicaps, and to be considerate and conscious their requirements.

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Ernest Bramah This quote is written / told by Ernest Bramah between March 20, 1868 and June 27, 1942. He was a famous Writer from England. The author also have 3 other quotes.

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