Quote by George Orwell

I never thought I should live to grow blasÃ© about the sound of gunfire, but so I have

I never thought I should live to grow blasÃ© about the sound

Summary

This quote expresses the unexpected and somewhat disheartening realization of the speaker. They never anticipated becoming indifferent or unimpressed by the sound of gunfire. It signifies a loss of innocence or a desensitization to violence. The speaker's statement highlights the jarring impact that repeated exposure to something can have on an individual's emotions and perception. It suggests that the speaker has encountered enough violence or conflict to the extent that the once alarming or impactful sound has lost its initial effect.

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World War Ii The Blitz

By George Orwell

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