Quote by Agatha Christie

That was what, ultimately, war did to you. It was not the physical dangers--the mines at sea, the bombs from the air, the crisp ping of a rifle bullet as you drove over a desert track. No, it was the spiritual danger of learning how much easier life was if you ceased to think.

That was what, ultimately, war did to you. It was not the ph

Summary

This quote highlights the profound impact of war on individuals. It suggests that beyond the evident physical threats present in war, the true danger lies in the toll it takes on one's psyche. The quote implies that war tempts individuals to relinquish critical thinking and embrace a mindset of conformity for the sake of survival. It conveys the idea that war not only poses physical risks but also poses a spiritual risk in terms of sacrificing one's intellectual faculties and a deeper understanding of life.

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By Agatha Christie

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