Quote by Percy Wynham Lewis
In the democratic western countries so-called capitalism leads a saturnalia of freedom, like a bastard brother of reform.
Summary
This quote suggests that in democratic Western countries, capitalism is seen as a source of excessive freedom and indulgence. It is comparison it to a "bastard brother of reform," implying that while capitalism may provide economic growth and progress, it is also associated with unrestrained desires and excesses. The phrase "saturnalia of freedom" further conveys the idea of a carnival-like atmosphere where individuals have the freedom to pursue their own interests, often without considering the broader consequences.