Quote by E.B. (Elwyn Brooks) White

Television hangs on the questionable theory that whatever happens anywhere should be sensed everywhere. If everyone is going to be able to see everything, in the long run all sights may lose whatever rarity value they once possessed, and it may well turn out that people, being able to see and hear practically everything, will be specially interested in almost nothing.


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Summary

This quote reflects criticism towards television and its belief that everything happening anywhere should be broadcasted everywhere. The quote suggests that this theory may diminish the value of unique and rare experiences, as everything becomes easily accessible. Ultimately, the quote predicts that people's fascination with trivial matters would increase, as they become desensitized due to the overwhelming availability of information.

By E.B. (Elwyn Brooks) White
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