Quote by Ralph Waldo Emerson

I find that the Americans have no passions, they have appetites.

I find that the Americans have no passions, they have appeti

Summary

This quote suggests that the speaker perceives Americans as lacking deep or profound emotions and instead being driven by their desires and immediate needs. The use of the word "passions" implies intense emotions or strong convictions, while "appetites" connotes a more superficial and instinctive form of pursuit. The quote insinuates that American culture is characterized by a focus on materialistic desires and instant gratification rather than a pursuit of higher ideals or profound passions.

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By Ralph Waldo Emerson

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