Quote by John Steinbeck

This monster of a land, this mightiest of nations, this spawn of the future, turns out to be the macrocosm of microcosm me.

This monster of a land, this mightiest of nations, this spaw

Summary

In this quote, the speaker refers to their country as a "monster of a land" and the "mightiest of nations." They describe it as the "spawn of the future," suggesting its potential for growth and progress. However, they also claim that this country is a reflection or representation of themselves on a smaller scale - a microcosm. This could indicate a sense of personal identification with their nation, implying that they believe their own hopes, dreams, and flaws are reflected in the larger context of their country.

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By John Steinbeck

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