Quote by Brian W. Aldiss

When childhood dies, its corpses are called adults and they enter society, one of the politer names of hell. That is why we dread children; even if we love them, they show us the state of our decay.

When childhood dies, its corpses are called adults and they

Summary

This quote reflects on the loss of innocence and the transition into adulthood. It suggests that as children grow up and become part of society, they become corrupted by societal norms and the inherent flaws within it. The quote implies that adult life, with its complexities and challenges, can be seen as a form of hell, contrasting against the purity and simplicity of childhood. Additionally, it suggests that observing children and their untainted perspective can make adults face their own mortality and the loss of their own youthful spirit.

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By Brian W. Aldiss

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