Quote by Margaret Drabble

I confidently predict the collapse of capitalism and the beginning of history. Something will go wrong in the machinery that converts money into money, the banking system will collapse totally, and we will be left having to barter to stay alive. Those who can dig in their garden will have a better chance than the rest. I'll be all right; I've got a few veg.

I confidently predict the collapse of capitalism and the beg

Summary

This quote suggests the speaker's belief in the imminent demise of capitalism and the anticipated shift towards a new era in human history. They predict that a catastrophic event or failure within the financial system, particularly the banking industry, will result in a complete collapse of the capitalist framework. In this envisioned post-collapse world, the speaker suggests that traditional forms of currency will lose their value, leading to a return to bartering as a means of survival. The speaker humorously asserts their preparedness and relative security by mentioning their ability to grow vegetables in their garden.

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Twentieth Century

By Margaret Drabble

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