Quote by W. S. Gilbert

Darwinian man, though well-behaved, at best is only a monkey shaved.

Darwinian man, though well-behaved, at best is only a monkey

Summary

This quote suggests that human beings, despite their civilized behavior, still possess primitive instincts inherited from their evolutionary ancestors. It implies that even the most sophisticated and cultured individuals are fundamentally similar to monkeys, as they share certain fundamental biological traits and behavioral characteristics. In essence, this quote emphasizes the idea that humans are ultimately shaped by their biological origins and are influenced by their evolutionary history.

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