The Metropolis should have been aborted long before it became New York, London or Tokyo.

Summary

This provocative quote suggests that the growth and development of major cities like New York, London, or Tokyo should have been stopped or prevented at an early stage. It implies a critical view of urbanization and the consequences it brings, such as overpopulation, congestion, and other urban challenges. The quote alludes to the idea that these cities have become overly massive and complex, potentially losing the qualities that once made them desirable or sustainable.

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