Abigail Adams quote: “Well, knowledge is a fine thing, and…”

A quotation from the American first lady, Abigail Adams

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Well, knowledge is a fine thing, and mother Eve thought so; but she smarted so severely for hers, that most of her daughters have been afraid of it since.

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– Abigail Adams –

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