What we want is to see the child in pursuit of knowledge, and not knowledge in pursuit of the child.
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All dress is fancy dress, is it not, except our natural skins?
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote suggests that all clothing is a form of costume, with our naked bodies being the only true form of authenticity.
George Bernard Shaw's quote challenges the societal norms of clothing and appearance, prompting us to consider that what we wear is essentially a disguise. He implies that all clothing serves as a form of 'fancy dress' or costume, allowing us to express ourselves or conform to expectations, while our 'natural skins' represent our most authentic selves, stripped of pretense and societal influence.
Themes
ClothingAuthenticityIdentityAppearanceSociety
In practice
Example use cases
In a fashion seminar discussing the meaning of personal style.
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