Famous quote by Edith Sitwell

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A great many people now reading and writing would be better employed keeping rabbits
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"A great many people now reading and writing would be better employed keeping rabbits"

- Edith Sitwell

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This quote by Edith Sitwell is a funny means of sharing her opinion that many individuals are losing their time and energy on tasks that are not effective. She believes that instead of reading and also writing, these individuals must be doing something more useful, such as maintaining rabbits. This could be interpreted as an objection of the education system, which she believes is not teaching people the skills they need to be effective in life. It can also be viewed as a contact us to activity for people to focus on tasks that are extra practical as well as advantageous. Keeping bunnies is a fine example of an efficient activity, as it can supply food, hair, as well as friendship. Inevitably, Sitwell's quote is a reminder that we need to be mindful of how we invest our time and energy, and also focus on tasks that are meaningful as well as useful.

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United Kingdom Flag This quote is written / told by Edith Sitwell between September 7, 1887 and December 9, 1964. He/she was a famous Poet from United Kingdom. The author also have 15 other quotes.

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