Action Quote by George W. S. Trow
“Wonder was the grace of the country. Any action could be justified by that: the wonder it was rooted in. Period followed period, and finally the wonder was that things could be built so big. Bridges, skyscrapers, fortunes, all having a life first in the marketplace, still drew on the force of wonder.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: "The Wonder of the Country" in The New Yorker, 1972
Wonder fuels grand achievements; it justifies actions and inspires massive creations like bridges and skyscrapers, rooted in a sense of awe.
In simple terms: Wonder drives big projects and justifies actions.
Key Takeaway
Tap into wonder to inspire ambitious goals.
Themes
inspiration
creativity
ambition
Mood
optimistic
energetic
Type
motivational
reflective
When to use this quote
- business strategy
- architectural design
- personal motivation
Key Concepts
philosophy
urban development
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- What projects have you pursued because of wonder?
- How do you balance wonder with realism?
A Different Perspective
Wonder can blind us to practical constraints and ethical concerns.
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