I don't think it would have all got me quite so down if just once in a while—just once in a while—there was at least some polite little perfunctory implication that knowledge should lead to wisdom, and that if it doesn't, it's just a disgusting waste of time!
If studying Shelley would bring about a change in politicians, I'd happily donate for boxed sets to be sent to every MP's office.
If studying Shelley would bring about a change in politicians, I'd happily donate for boxed sets to be sent to every MP's office.
Another reason why Australia should have a poet laureate. We may be the only English-speaking country without one, and it shows.