Quote by Ursula K. LeGuin

What sane person could live in this world and not be crazy?

What sane person could live in this world and not be crazy?

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This quote suggests that living in the world we currently inhabit can be overwhelming and challenging, to the point where it may drive a person to madness. It implies that the complexity and chaos of the world can have a profound impact on one's mental well-being. It questions the sanity of anyone who appears unaffected, implying that it is almost impossible to endure the world without feeling some level of madness or insanity.

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