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! But there never is! You never even hear any hints dropped on a campus that wisdom is supposed to be the goal of knowledge. You hardly ever even hear the word "wisdom" mentioned!
Knowledge without wisdom
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.