It must be that I am dreaming, and that I shall awaken in a moment to see that awful knife descending toward my heart- kiss me, dear, just once before I lose my dream forever." -Jane-
Edgar Rice BurroughsRead
I have ever been prone to seek adventure and to investigate and experiment where wiser men would have left well enough alone.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote reflects a tendency towards exploration and curiosity, even when it may not be the wisest choice.
Edgar Rice Burroughs expresses the idea that he has always had a natural inclination to pursue adventure, investigate the unknown, and experiment with ideas, despite knowing that many wiser individuals might advise against it, preferring to leave things as they are. This highlights the value of curiosity and the adventurous spirit that drives individuals to explore and learn beyond conventional wisdom.
Themes
AdventureCuriosityExplorationWisdomRisk
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can inspire individuals during a graduation speech to encourage students to seek new opportunities.
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