Quote by Joyce Cary

For me, the principal fact of life is the free mind. For good and evil, man is a free creative spirit. This produces the very queer world we live in, a world in continuous creation and therefore continuous change and insecurity. A perpetually new and lively world, but a dangerous one, full of tragedy and injustice. A world in everlasting conflict between the new idea and the old allegiances, new arts and new inventions against the old establishment.

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Summary

This quote emphasizes the central importance of human freedom of thought. It suggests that mankind possesses the ability to freely create and choose, thereby shaping the world they inhabit. The quote describes our existence as both unique and unpredictable, characterized by constant change and uncertainty. It acknowledges the paradoxical nature of a world that is continuously being created, leading to a vibrant but potentially hazardous environment. The quote highlights the perpetual clash between innovative concepts and established norms, as well as the inherent tension between progress and inequality.

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By Joyce Cary

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