Communication Quote by Arthur C. Clarke
“The more wonderful the means of communication, the more trivial, tawdry, or depressing its contents seemed to be.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: Profiles of the Future, 1973
Advances in communication technology often make the quality of content feel shallow or bleak.
In simple terms: New media can make messages feel shallow.
Key Takeaway
Seek depth over novelty.
Themes
technology
communication
culture
Mood
cynical
reflective
Type
observational
critical
When to use this quote
- social media
- email newsletters
- instant messaging
- broadcast news
Key Concepts
media saturation
information overload
Questions to Reflect On
- How does medium influence message perception?
- Can technology improve content quality?
A Different Perspective
Even with powerful tools, meaningful content still requires effort.
