It is by all odds the loftiest of cities. It even managed to reach the highest point in the sky at the lowest moment of the depression.
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If a man is to be obsessed by something, I suppose a boat is as good as anything, perhaps a bit better than most.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote suggests that having a passion, like an obsession with a boat, can be a meaningful pursuit in life.
E. B. White's quote reflects on the human tendency to become obsessed with certain interests or hobbies. In this case, he posits that being obsessed with a boat is a commendable pursuit, hinting that such obsessions can bring joy, purpose, and satisfaction, potentially more so than many other interests.
Themes
ObsessionBoatPassionHobbiesLife
In practice
Example use cases
During a motivational speech about pursuing passions, one might reference this quote to inspire others.
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