Quote by Remy de Gourmont

Industry has operated against the artisan in favor of the idler, and also in favor of capital and against labor. Any mechanical invention whatsoever has been more harmful to humanity than a century of war.

Industry has operated against the artisan in favor of the id

Summary

This quote criticizes the effects of industry on society by suggesting that it has favored those who exploit others, such as idlers and capitalists, while disregarding the welfare of the laborers. The statement goes further to argue that even technological advancements, when used in the context of industry, have been more detrimental to humanity than a hundred years of warfare. It implies that industry and its associated inventions have had a negative impact on both social and economic aspects of society, prioritizing the interests of certain groups at the expense of others.

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Industry

By Remy de Gourmont

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