Quote by Bruce Sterling

War as Napoleon knew it just not possible any more. However, we're very unlikely to accept or recognize 'world peace' even when we get it.

War as Napoleon knew it just not possible any more. However,

Summary

This quote suggests that war, as understood by Napoleon in his time, is no longer feasible or achievable in the contemporary world. The statement further implies that even if the world were to experience a state of complete peace, people would probably find it difficult to accept or acknowledge this global harmony. It highlights a certain skepticism or cynicism towards the possibility of achieving lasting peace and the human tendency to be resistant to change, even in the face of an ideal outcome.

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Peace

By Bruce Sterling

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