Quote by E. B. White

When I was a child people simply looked about them and were moderately happy today they peer beyond the seven seas, bury themselves waist deep in tidings, and by and large what they see and hear makes them unutterably sad.

When I was a child people simply looked about them and were

Summary

This quote reflects on the shifts in human experiences and perceptions over time. In contrast to the simpler times of the past when people were content with what was immediately around them, the present generation is exposed to an overwhelming amount of information through technology. The constant exposure to news from around the world causes contemporary individuals to become more aware of the global issues and hardships, leading to a pervasive state of sadness. Despite the advantages of a connected world, this quote suggests that sometimes ignorance truly is bliss.

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By E. B. White

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