Quote by Ayn Rand, From, "Los Angeles Tim

Envy is the only name she could find for the monstrous thing she faced, but it was much worse than envy: it was the profound hatred of life, of success and of all human values, felt by a certain kind of mediocrity...the kind who feels pleasure on hearing about a stranger's misfortune. It was hatred of the good for being the good...hatred of ability, of beauty, of honesty, of earnestness, of achievement and, above all, of human joy.

Envy is the only name she could find for the monstrous thing

Summary

This quote emphasizes the destructive nature of envy and the depths to which it can lead. It suggests that the emotion experienced by the subject goes beyond mere jealousy, transforming into an intense hatred for everything positive and admirable in life. It highlights the mindset of individuals who take pleasure in the misfortunes of others and harbor resentment towards those who possess talent, beauty, honesty, and accomplishments. The quote ultimately conveys the immense bitterness and unhappiness that can stem from envy and the stark contrast it creates between the values of mediocrity and the celebration of human excellence and joy.

By Ayn Rand, From, "Los Angeles Tim

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