Quote by George Eliot
Sane people did what their neighbors did, so that if any lunatics were at large, one might know and avoid them.
Summary
This quote suggests that in order to conform and avoid being considered 'lunatics' in society, sane individuals tend to follow the behavior of their neighbors. By observing and imitating the actions of those around them, people hope to distinguish themselves from any actual lunatics or abnormal behavior. The quote highlights the pressure individuals feel to assimilate and blend in with societal norms as a means of maintaining their own sanity and avoiding potential social consequences.
By George Eliot