Literally everyone from more than 200 years ago would seem, at best, quirky by modern standards. Measuring by a modern stick is like measuring ants in miles. You can definitely do that, no one will stop you, some might even come to watch, but you’re setting yourself up for a frustrating experience.
“He improved for the times” is a far more useful way to see it, imo.
Literally everyone from more than 200 years ago would seem, at best, quirky by modern standards. Measuring by a modern stick is like measuring ants in miles. You can definitely do that, no one will stop you, some might even come to watch, but you’re setting yourself up for a frustrating experience.
“He improved for the times” is a far more useful way to see it, imo.