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“The young man never seemed to know what idleness was,” marveled Cutler, “and every leisure moment would find the last novel, some English classic or some abstruse book on natural history in his hands.” quote by Doris Kearns Goodwin
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““The young man never seemed to know what idleness was,” marveled Cutler, “and every leisure moment would find the last novel, some English classic or some abstruse book on natural history in his hands.””

Doris Kearns Goodwin

About This Quote

Source Book: Team of Rivals by Doris Kearns Goodwin, 2005

A restless intellect fills idle time with constant reading, showing curiosity and a drive for knowledge.

In simple terms: He reads constantly when free.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate curiosity in leisure.

Themes

curiosity learning leisure intellectualism

Mood

thoughtful reflective

Type

observational descriptive

When to use this quote

  • free time
  • personal development
  • academic growth

Key Concepts

bibliophilia self‑education

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can one balance reading with rest?
  • What topics spark your curiosity?
A Different Perspective

May lead to burnout without balance.

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