[L]uxury always comes at someone else’s expense. One of…
![“[L]uxury always comes at someone else’s expense. One of the many advantages of civilization is that one doesn’t generally have to see that, if one doesn’t wish. You’re free to enjoy its benefits without troubling your conscience. (Ancillary Justice)” quote by Anne Leckie](https://sms4smile.com/q/i/c13/anne-leckie-109526_civilization_l-uxury-always-comes-at-someone-else-s-e_170629.jpg)
““[L]uxury always comes at someone else’s expense. One of the many advantages of civilization is that one doesn’t generally have to see that, if one doesn’t wish. You’re free to enjoy its benefits without troubling your conscience. (Ancillary Justice)””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Luxury often hides its cost to others, allowing guilt‑free enjoyment.
In simple terms: Luxury can be enjoyed without seeing its harm.
Key Takeaway
Consider hidden impacts of comforts.
Themes
ethics
luxury
consciousness
social responsibility
Mood
critical
reflective
Type
Civilization:1
Conscience:1
Ethics:1
Justice:1
Luxury:1
Advantages Civilization:0
Civilization Doesn:0
Uxury Comes:0
Ancillary Justice:0
When to use this quote
- consumer choices
- policy making
- personal reflection
Key Concepts
moral cost
civilizational advantage
guilt avoidance
Questions to Reflect On
- Whose suffering is masked by your comforts?
- How can we make luxury more ethical?
A Different Perspective
Ignoring hidden costs perpetuates inequality.