Quote by Philip Pullman

As for what it's against - the story is against those who pervert and misuse religion, or any other kind of doctrine with a holy book and a priesthood and an apparatus of power that wields unchallengeable authority, in order to dominate and suppress human freedoms.

As for what it's against - the story is against those who pe

Summary

This quote highlights that the story is intended to critique and challenge those individuals or groups who manipulate religion or any other ideology with authoritative structures to gain control and oppress people's freedoms. It denounces the misuse of power by those who pervert religious teachings for their own advantage, shedding light on the importance of safeguarding human liberty from such exploitation.

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By Philip Pullman

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