Quote by John Lancaster Spalding
In our thrifty populations of merchants, manufacturers, politicians, and professional men, there is little sense for beauty, little pure thought, little genuine culture; but they are prosperous and self-satisfied.
Summary
This quote suggests that in a society driven by commerce and material success, there is a lack of appreciation for the aesthetic, intellectual, and cultural aspects of life. The focus on profits and practicality has overshadowed the value of beauty and deeper thinking. Despite this emptiness, the people within this society feel content because of their financial prosperity.
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