Quote by David Riesman, The Lonely Crowd

America is not only big and rich, it is mysterious; and its capacity for the humorous or ironical concealment of its interests matches that of the legendary inscrutable Chinese.

America is not only big and rich, it is mysterious; and its

Summary

This quote suggests that America is not only a large and wealthy country but also holds an air of mystery. It implies that America has a knack for hiding its true intentions through humor and irony, similar to the legendary enigmatic nature often associated with Chinese culture. This comparison implies that America possesses a level of secrecy and cleverness when it comes to protecting its interests.

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By David Riesman, The Lonely Crowd

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