Quote by William S. Burroughs

The face of evil is always the face of total need.

The face of evil is always the face of total need.

Summary

This quote suggests that evil often originates from a place of extreme desperation and unmet needs. It implies that those who are driven to commit malevolent acts are often fueled by a deep sense of lacking or insufficiency in their lives. It emphasizes the idea that evil does not arise solely from inherent wickedness, but rather from a profound emptiness or longing that drives individuals to pursue harmful actions in order to fulfill their unmet desires.

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Evil

By William S. Burroughs

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