Quote by Charles Lamb

Can we ring the bells backward? Can we unlearn the arts that pretend to civilize, and then burn the world? There is a march of science; but who shall beat the drums for its retreat?

Can we ring the bells backward? Can we unlearn the arts that

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This quote raises the question of whether it is possible to reverse the progress of human civilization and undo the advancements made in the name of civilization. The metaphor of ringing the bells backward symbolizes the act of reversing societal development. It also speculates on whether it is possible to unlearn the destructive arts and knowledge that have contributed to the upheaval and conflicts in the world. The reference to the march of science emphasizes the unstoppable progress of knowledge, and the drums for its retreat serve as a metaphor for who will advocate for regression and relinquishing the benefits of scientific advancements.

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