Quote by John Stuart Mill

It is questionable if all the mechanical inventions yet made have lightened the day's toil of any human being.

It is questionable if all the mechanical inventions yet made

Summary

This quote questions the extent to which mechanical inventions have truly reduced the workload of humans. It suggests that despite the multitude of advancements, there may be doubts about the actual impact they have had on easing the labor of individuals. Rather than assuming that all inventions automatically alleviate human toil, the quote raises a skeptical perspective, implying a need for critical evaluation of the true effectiveness and tangible benefits of any technological advancements in terms of liberating people from manual labor.

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By John Stuart Mill

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