Quote by Mark Twain, A majestic literary

If I were required to guess off-hand, and without collusion with higher minds, what is the bottom cause of the amazing material and intellectual advancement of the last fifty years, I should guess that it was the modern-born and previously non-existent disposition on the part of men to believe that a new idea can have value.

If I were required to guess off-hand, and without collusion

Summary

This quote suggests that the remarkable progress in both material and intellectual spheres over the past five decades is largely due to a shift in people's mindset. The speaker speculates that the fundamental reason behind this advancement is the newfound inclination of individuals to recognize and appreciate the worth of fresh ideas. This change in attitude reflects a departure from previous traditions or established ways of thinking and allows for innovative thinking to thrive. By valuing new concepts, society has paved the way for transformative developments and advancements in various fields.

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