Quote by Robert Anton Wilson

Horror is the natural reaction to the last 5,000 years of history.

Horror is the natural reaction to the last 5,000 years of hi

Summary

This quote suggests that the horror genre in literature, cinema, or art can be seen as a natural response to the tumultuous and often horrifying events that have occurred throughout human history. It implies that humanity has experienced so many horrifying and traumatic events over the last 5,000 years that it has cultivated a visceral reaction of horror to these stories. The quote emphasizes that horror as a genre is a reflection of our collective history and the darkness that exists within it.

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