Quote by Elias Canetti

Adults find pleasure in deceiving a child. They consider it necessary, but they also enjoy it. The children very quickly figure it out and then practice deception themselves.

Adults find pleasure in deceiving a child. They consider it

Summary

This quote by French philosopher and author Jean Jacques Rousseau emphasizes the often complex nature of the relationship between adults and children. It suggests that adults take pleasure in deceiving children, deeming it necessary for their development. However, it also implies that children are quick to learn and understand this deception, leading them to imitate it themselves. The quote sheds light on the dynamics of power and influence between adults and children, and highlights how deception can permeate relationships between generations.

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Children

By Elias Canetti

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