George Washington as a boy
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George Washington, as a boy,
was ignorant of the commonest accomplishments of youth.
He could not even lie.
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Meaning
This quote jokes about George Washington\'s legend of honesty by pretending he lacked even the ordinary youthful skill of lying. It satirizes heroic myths.
About Author
Mark Twain
Mark Twain, born Samuel Clemens, was an American author and humorist known for classics like Adventures of Huckleberry Finn. His quotes often reflect wit, social critique, and human insight. Twain inspires writers, readers, and social thinkers to explore human nature, challenge conventions, and communicate ideas with humor and intelligence.
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