Quote by C.P. (Charles Percy) Snow, "New

Technology...is a queer thing. It brings you great gifts with one hand, and it stabs you in the back with the other.

Technology...is a queer thing. It brings you great gifts wit

Summary

This quote highlights the paradoxical nature of technology. On one hand, technology offers numerous benefits and advancements that enhance our lives. It provides great gifts in terms of convenience, connectivity, and innovation. However, the quote suggests that there is a downside as well. Technology can be unpredictable and have unintended negative consequences, leading to various challenges and potential harm. It warns us of the potential for technology to betray or harm us, despite its many positive attributes.

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Technology

By C.P. (Charles Percy) Snow, "New

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