"Our farmers round, well pleased with constant gain, Like other farmers, flourish and complain"
- George Crabbe
About this Quote
This quote by George Crabbe is a reflection on the lives of farmers. It speaks with the cyclical nature of their lives, where they are constantly working and striving for gain, yet still find time to complain. The phrase "well pleased with constant gain" recommends that the farmers are content with their lives, despite the hard work and long hours. The phrase "like other farmers" suggests that the farmers are not special in their battles, however rather that they become part of a larger community of farmers who share similar experiences. The expression "thrive and grumble" recommends that the farmers have the ability to discover success in their work, however still discover time to voice their complaints. This quote speaks with the strength of farmers and their capability to discover happiness in their work, regardless of the challenges they deal with.
This quote is written / told by George Crabbe between December 24, 1754 and February 3, 1832. He/she was a famous Poet from England.
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