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“This generation has come into the world fatally late for some enterprises. Go where we will on the surface of things, men have been there before us… But the lives of men, though more extended laterally in their range, are still as shallow as ever.” quote by Henry David Thoreau
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“This generation has come into the world fatally late for some enterprises. Go where we will on the surface of things, men have been there before us… But the lives of men, though more extended laterally in their range, are still as shallow as ever.”

Henry David Thoreau

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Modern society rushes forward, yet many enterprises lag, remaining superficial despite broader reach.

In simple terms: Businesses often stay shallow despite expanding influence.

Key Takeaway

Focus on depth over breadth.

Themes

progress superficiality enterprise

Mood

reflective critical

Type

philosophical observational

When to use this quote

  • business strategy
  • personal development
  • cultural critique

Key Concepts

Existentialism critical observation

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can enterprises cultivate deeper impact?
  • What prevents deeper engagement?
A Different Perspective

Depth requires intentional effort beyond surface-level actions.

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