Quote by George Orwell

By preaching the doctrine that nothing is to be admired except steel and concrete, one merely makes it a little surer that human beings will have no outlet for their surplus energy except in hatred and leader worship.

By preaching the doctrine that nothing is to be admired exce

Summary

This quote suggests that solely valuing industrial progress and material possessions, such as steel and concrete, deprives humans of other means to channel their excess energy. It argues that by emphasizing these elements, society limits individuals' outlets for their energy, potentially leading to negative consequences. The quote further implies that without alternative avenues for energy expression, people may resort to negative behaviors such as hatred and blindly following leaders out of frustration and lack of fulfillment.

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By George Orwell

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