World Went Quote by Daphne du Maurier
““I wonder ... when it was that the world first went amiss, and men forgot how to live and to love and to be happy.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Rebecca by Daphne du Maurier, 1938
The quote reflects on a loss of fundamental human values—how society can drift away from living, loving, and happiness.
In simple terms: People can forget how to live, love, and be happy.
Key Takeaway
Re‑connect with simple joys and compassion.
Themes
loss
humanity
values
Mood
melancholic
contemplative
Type
philosophical
literary
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- community building
- mental health
- cultural critique
Key Concepts
existential reflection
moral decay
Questions to Reflect On
- What values have you neglected?
- How can you restore joy in daily life?
A Different Perspective
It may romanticize a past that never existed, overlooking present complexities.
