Quote by Herbert Read

The point I am making is that in the more primitive forms of society the individual is merely a unit in more developed forms of society he is an independent personality.

The point I am making is that in the more primitive forms of

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This quote highlights a distinction between less advanced and more advanced societies. In primitive societies, individuals are seen as interchangeable units, subsumed by the collective group. However, as societies evolve and develop, individuals become more independent and distinct, capable of expressing their own unique personalities. This implies that as societies progress and become more complex, individuals gain more agency and autonomy, allowing them to shape their own identities and contribute to the overall diversity of society.

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