As to that leisure evening of life, I must say that I do not want it. I can conceive of no contentment of which toil is not to be the immediate parent.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Trollope rejects the idea of a leisurely retirement, arguing that true contentment comes from active work rather than idle rest.
- In plain terms
- He believes happiness comes from working, not from relaxing.
- What can you take from it?
- Find fulfillment in active effort rather than passive rest.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What gives your life purpose?
- How do you define a good rest?
Another view
Not everyone has the capacity or opportunity to work indefinitely.
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