Quote by George Orwell

It's a beautiful thing, the destruction of words.

It's a beautiful thing, the destruction of words.

Summary

This quote suggests that there is a certain beauty in the act of destroying words. It implies that the removal or erasure of language can be seen as a powerful and transformative act. It may hint at the idea that words hold immense power and influence, and by destroying them, one can challenge established ideas and narratives. It might also allude to the reimagining and reinvention that can occur when words are deconstructed, allowing for the creation of new meaning and understanding.

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By George Orwell

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