Quote by Henrik Ibsen, Pillars of Society

What business has science and capitalism got, bringing all these new inventions into the works, before society has produced a generation educated up to using them!

What business has science and capitalism got, bringing all t

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This quote questions the rapid advancement of scientific inventions and capitalism without ensuring that society is adequately prepared to use them. It emphasizes the importance of an educated generation capable of effectively utilizing these new technologies. The quote implies that introducing innovations before society is ready may lead to a lack of understanding or misuse of these inventions, suggesting the need for education to match the pace of development to fully benefit from progress.

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By Henrik Ibsen, Pillars of Society

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