Quote by Sir William

No other man-made device since the shields and lances of the ancient knights fulfills a man's ego like an automobile.

No other man-made device since the shields and lances of the

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This quote suggests that there is no other human invention that satisfies a person's ego as much as an automobile does. Comparing it to the shields and lances of ancient knights, it implies that owning and driving a car can provide a sense of power, status, and validation for individuals. It speaks to the psychological attachment and fulfillment people often derive from their vehicles, highlighting how automobiles have become symbols of personal identity and self-esteem in modern society.

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