Quote by Ivo Andric

If people would know how little brain is ruling the world, they would die of fear.

If people would know how little brain is ruling the world, t

Summary

This quote suggests that if people fully understood the incompetence or inadequacy of those in power who are responsible for governing the world, they would be terrified. It implies that the scale of ignorance and ineptitude among those wielding power is disturbingly high and that it would shock and alarm people if they were aware of it. Overall, the quote highlights a sense of disillusionment with those in authority and their ability to effectively govern society.

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Fear

By Ivo Andric

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