Quote by D. H. (David Herbert) Lawrence

America is neither free nor brave, but a land of tight, iron-clanking little wills, everybody trying to put it over everybody else, and a land of men absolutely devoid of the real courage of trust, trust in life's sacred spontaneity. They can't trust life until they can control it.

America is neither free nor brave, but a land of tight, iron

Summary

This quote criticizes America as a country where individual freedoms are limited and people possess selfish motivations. It suggests that Americans lack true bravery because they are primarily concerned with gaining advantage over others. The quote further suggests that Americans have lost the courage to trust in the natural flow of life, preferring to exert control over everything instead. The underlying message is that true freedom and bravery come from embracing the unpredictable and sacred essence of life, which the quote implies is lacking in American society.

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By D. H. (David Herbert) Lawrence

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