Long time Quote by Christopher Isherwood
““...George's feathers are ruffled. It's been a long time since last he forgot and let himself get up steam like this...How humiliating! The silly enthusiastic old prof, rambling on, disregarding the clock, and the class sighing to itself, 'He's off again!' Just for a moment, George hates them, hates their brute basic indifference, as they drain quickly out of the room. Once again, the diamond has been offered publicly for a nickel, and they have turned from it with a shrug and a grin, thinking the old peddler crazy.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Goodbye to Berlin, 1939
A professor's frantic enthusiasm alienates his students, who dismiss his efforts as absurd, highlighting the tension between passion and apathy.
In simple terms: A teacher's excitement is ignored by indifferent students.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and respect differing levels of engagement.
Themes
education
indifference
passion
authority
misunderstanding
Mood
frustrated
reflective
critical
Type
observational
literary
When to use this quote
- lecture halls
- academic conferences
- creative workshops
Key Concepts
pedagogy
social dynamics
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- How can educators balance enthusiasm with audience receptivity?
- What drives people to dismiss unconventional ideas?
