Often people display a curious respect for a man drunk, rather like the respect of simple races for the insane... There is something awe-inspiring in one who has lost all inhibitions.

Summary

This quote suggests that people sometimes perceive individuals who are intoxicated with a peculiar admiration and regard, similar to how simple-minded societies may revere the mentally ill. It implies that there is a certain fascination in witnessing someone who has shed all societal restraints and inhibitions. The quote seems to highlight the tension between a deep appreciation for uninhibited individuals and the recognition of potential danger or irrationality in their behavior.

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