I know no place at which an Englishman may drop down suddenly among a pleasanter circle of acquaintance, or find himself with a more clever set of men, than he can do at Boston.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Boston offers a very pleasant and clever social circle for English visitors.
- In plain terms
- Boston has nice people and clever company for Englishmen.
- What can you take from it?
- Some cities offer better social connections than others.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Where have you found the best company?
- Does location affect social quality?
Another view
Boston may not appeal to everyone's taste.
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