I guess you are, said Lee. You have a strange way about you, Dr Grumman. You ever spend any time among the witches? Yes, said Grumman. And among academicians, and among spirits. I found folly everywhere, but there were grains of wisdom in every stream of it. No doubt there was much more wisdom that I failed to recognize. Life is hard, Mr Scoresby, but we cling to it all the same.
In this exchange, Lee and Dr. Grumman discuss the nature of wisdom and folly. Dr. Grumman shares his experiences, having encountered various groups including witches, scholars, and spirits. He reflects on the folly he observed in each but acknowledges that there were also valuable insights to be gained from them. This suggests that wisdom can come from unexpected sources, even amidst confusion and chaos.
The conversation highlights the complexity of life, where challenges abound, yet a resilience persists. Grumman emphasizes that despite life's difficulties, humans choose to hold onto existence. This reveals a deeper philosophical understanding of the human condition, where the search for purpose and wisdom continues amid hardships.
