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“Folly? O, it was indeed! But Folly is a prison where no charter of deliverence ever comes.” quote by A.E. Coppard
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““Folly? O, it was indeed! But Folly is a prison where no charter of deliverence ever comes.””

A.E. Coppard

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Folly is a self‑imposed prison, denying any rescue.

In simple terms: Folly traps us without escape.

Key Takeaway

Avoid foolishness that limits freedom.

Themes

foolishness freedom confinement

Mood

cautionary reflective

Type

philosophical literary

When to use this quote

  • decision making
  • self‑reflection
  • risk taking

Key Concepts

psychology philosophy

Questions to Reflect On

  • When does folly become necessary?
  • How can we break free from self‑imposed limits?
A Different Perspective

May ignore rational benefits of risk.

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