In The Innocents Abroad, Mark Twain wrote, "Travel is fatal to prejudice, bigotry, and narrow-mindedness, all foes to true understanding. Likewise tolerance, or broad, wholesome charitable views of men and things cannot be acquired by vegetating in our little corner of the earth all one's lifetime." This passage reflects humankind's need to be more open-minded, a quality that I particularly admire in people. A lack of understanding has been a factor in a great deal of the world's conflicts, from massive wars to minor quarrels between two individuals. Open-mindedness would counter these problems and allow for a more peaceful world.
Additionally, this quotation reflects my interest in travel, one of my greatest passions. I enjoy spending time abroad and find traveling a way to experience various cultures from around the world. Because of its promotion of travel as a way to eliminate bigotry, this passage epitomizes my ideals.
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