Quote by Gerald W. Johnson

Heroes are created by popular demand, sometimes out of the scantiest materials.

Heroes are created by popular demand, sometimes out of the s

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This quote suggests that heroes are not always inherently extraordinary individuals, but rather are often shaped and recognized as such due to the desires and expectations of society. Even when lacking exceptional qualities or capabilities, individuals can be elevated to hero status if there is a strong collective desire or need for a hero figure. It points out that heroic status can be created and attributed based on the prevailing demands and circumstances of a particular society, even if the actual materials or qualities possessed by these individuals are minimal or ordinary.

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