He certainly over-heated himself at Venice by walking at a season when it is said that only Dogs and Englishmen are seen out of doors at noon, all else lie down in the middle of the day.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Visiting Venice in summer heat is foolish since only specific groups venture out at noon.
- In plain terms
- Walking in Venice at midday in summer is impractical.
- What can you take from it?
- Check local customs before visiting.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do you prepare for unfamiliar climates?
- When should you ignore local norms?
Another view
Sometimes experiencing extremes teaches valuable lessons.
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