Quote by E. M. Forster

I distrust Great Men. They produce a desert of uniformity around them and often a pool of blood too, and I always feel a little man's pleasure when they come a cropper.

I distrust Great Men. They produce a desert of uniformity ar

Summary

This quote reflects a skeptical attitude towards individuals seen as "Great Men," suggesting a distrust for those with significant power and influence. The speaker expresses their belief that such figures can have adverse consequences, leading to a monotonous and uniform society or even violence. They admit to feeling a sense of satisfaction when such individuals fail or struggle, suggesting a preference for a more equitable distribution of authority and a reluctance to hold too much faith in the potential benevolence of those in positions of greatness.

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Greatness & Great Things

By E. M. Forster

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