Quote by Havelock Ellis

We cannot be sure that we ought not to regard the most criminal country as that which in some aspects possesses the highest civilization.

We cannot be sure that we ought not to regard the most crimi

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This quote suggests that it is possible to consider a country with high levels of criminal activity as one with advanced civilization in certain aspects. It highlights the complexity of defining and measuring civilization, emphasizing that criminality does not necessarily imply a lack of advancement in other areas. It challenges our traditional understanding of civilization and prompts us to examine various facets and perspectives when evaluating a society's level of development.

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