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My only books were womans looks, and follys all theyve taught me
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"My only books were woman's looks, and folly's all they've taught me"

- Thomas More

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This quote by Thomas More is a reflection on the power of beauty and the folly of depending on it. He is recommending that the only books he has actually read are the looks of females, which all they have taught him is recklessness. He is implying that beauty is a superficial quality that can result in foolish decisions and actions. He is also suggesting that appeal can be tricking, and that it can result in an incorrect sense of security and a lack of knowledge. He is cautioning against relying too greatly on beauty and instead encourages us to seek out knowledge and knowledge. He is suggesting that beauty can be a diversion from the more crucial things in life, and that it can lead to absurdity. Eventually, he is cautioning us to be cautious of appeal and to look for knowledge and knowledge instead.

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England Flag This quote is written / told by Thomas More between February 7, 1478 and July 6, 1535. He/she was a famous Author from England. The author also have 29 other quotes.

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