'Tis well enough for a servant to be bred at an university. But the education is a little too pedantic for a gentleman

'Tis well enough for a servant to be bred at an university. But the education is a little too pedantic for a gentleman

William Congreve was an English playwright and poet who was known for his witty and satirical comedies. He was a contemporary of the Restoration playwrights such as John Dryden and William Wycherley, and his works often reflected the social and political issues of his time. In his plays, Congreve often explored the themes of love, marriage, and social class, and he was known for his sharp wit and clever dialogue.

One of the recurring themes in Congreve's works is the idea of education and class. In his play "The Way of the World," one of the characters, Lady Wishfort, makes a comment about education that is particularly relevant to the discussion of the quote "’Tis well enough for a servant to be bred at an university. But the education is a little too pedantic for a gentleman."