Quote by Joseph Conrad

In a dispassionate view the ardour for reform, improvement for virtue, for knowledge, and even beauty is only a vein sticking up for appearances as though one were anxious about the cut of ones clothes in a community of blind men.

In a dispassionate view the ardour for reform, improvement f

Summary

This quote criticizes the inclination of individuals to prioritize superficial changes and appearances instead of addressing deeper issues. The speaker suggests that the focus on reform, improvement, virtue, knowledge, and beauty may serve mere outward display rather than true substance. By likening it to being concerned about one's attire in the presence of blind individuals, the quote implies that the efforts for change should be directed towards fundamental problems and genuine progress rather than shallow facades.

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