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“Tendintele autoritate ale conservatorismului trebuie corectate prin mituri ale libertatii, in vreme ce un simt conservator al ordinii trebuie sa tempereze tendintele liberalismului spre iresponsabilitate sociala. Revolutionarul nu este decat un critic nepregatit, care confunda mitul libertatii cu…” quote by Northrop Frye
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““Tendintele autoritate ale conservatorismului trebuie corectate prin mituri ale libertatii, in vreme ce un simt conservator al ordinii trebuie sa tempereze tendintele liberalismului spre iresponsabilitate sociala. Revolutionarul nu este decat un critic nepregatit, care confunda mitul libertatii cu realitatea, la fel cum un copil confunda actrita cu o printesa de basm reala.””

Northrop Frye

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

Conservative impulses should be tempered by myths of freedom, while liberal tendencies need restraint; revolutionaries often misinterpret liberty as reality, like children mistaking actors for real princesses.

In simple terms: Balance conservative order and liberal freedom; beware of misreading liberty.

Key Takeaway

Seek balanced perspectives, avoid extremes.

Themes

political philosophy conservatism liberalism revolution

Mood

analytical thoughtful

Type

philosophical critical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • policy making
  • public discourse
  • education curricula

Key Concepts

myths of freedom social responsibility critical thinking

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can societies distinguish genuine liberty from its myths?
  • What role should criticism play in political change?
A Different Perspective

Over‑reliance on myths can mislead reform.

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