Quote by George Orwell

Today there were fear, hatred,and pain, but no dignity of emotion, no deep or complex sorrows

Today there were fear, hatred,and pain, but no dignity of em

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This quote highlights the lack of genuine and authentic emotions experienced in contemporary society. It suggests that despite the prevalence of fear, hatred, and pain, people's emotional experiences lack depth and complexity. There is a sense that emotions have become shallow, superficial, and devoid of dignity. The quote implies that individuals are not connected with their innermost thoughts and feelings, and the profound sorrows that can arise from them.

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By George Orwell

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