Quote by Bertrand Russell

The Victorian Age, for all its humbug, was a period of rapid progress, because men were dominated by hope rather than fear. If we are again to have progress, we must again be dominated by hope.

The Victorian Age, for all its humbug, was a period of rapid

Summary

This quote suggests that during the Victorian Age, despite its deceptive nature, progress thrived because people were driven by hope rather than fear. It implies that in order for society to achieve progress once more, the dominant mindset should be one of hopeful optimism. This highlights the idea that when individuals are motivated by a positive outlook rather than being driven by fear or negativity, they are more likely to contribute to the advancements and advancements of society.

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By Bertrand Russell

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