Quote by Mark Twain

The joy of killing! the joy of seeing killing done - these are traits of the human race at large.

The joy of killing! the joy of seeing killing done - these a

Summary

This quote suggests that there is an inherent, albeit troubling, aspect of human nature that derives pleasure from both committing acts of killing and witnessing others engage in it. It implies that this pleasure stems from a primal instinct or inclination within humanity as a whole. The quote's concise phrasing captures the idea that the joy of killing and observing violence is not limited to any particular group, but rather is a common trait shared by human beings universally.

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