Book Quote by Doris Lessing
“What society doesn't realize is that in the past, ordinary people respected learning. They respected books, and they don't now, or not very much. That whole respect for serious literature and learning has disappeared.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Literary Conference, 1998
Society has lost respect for learning and books, which were once valued.
In simple terms: People no longer respect learning as before.
Key Takeaway
Revive respect for education.
Themes
education
literature
culture
Mood
concerned
reflective
Type
critical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- school curricula
- public libraries
- book clubs
- media campaigns
Key Concepts
respect
historical shift
knowledge erosion
Questions to Reflect On
- Why has respect for books declined?
- How can we encourage learning today?
A Different Perspective
Changing attitudes is slow and complex.
