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Fellows Quote by George Meredith

“I've studied men from my topsy-turvy Close, and I reckon, rather true. Some are fine fellows: some, right scurvy; Most, a dash between the two.” quote by George Meredith
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“I've studied men from my topsy-turvy Close, and I reckon, rather true. Some are fine fellows: some, right scurvy; Most, a dash between the two.”

George Meredith

About This Quote

Source Novel: "The Ordeal of Richard Feverel", 1859

People vary widely; most fall between extremes of virtue and vice.

In simple terms: People are mixed.

Key Takeaway

Accept complexity in others.

Themes

human nature morality complexity

Mood

analytical thoughtful

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • leadership
  • conflict resolution
  • team building

Key Concepts

Ethical relativism character study

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you judge character?
  • When do you see both good and bad?
A Different Perspective

May oversimplify human behavior.

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