Peace Quote by Greg Mortenson
““Two decades of virtually uninterrupted fighting had made even the most dignified structures appear drunken, wounded, or lost. The entire city seemed to affirm the notion that warfare is a disease.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Hidden Life of War, 2012
Prolonged conflict erodes even the most respected institutions, making them appear broken and lost.
In simple terms: War damages respected structures.
Recognize and address war's corrosive effects.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- post‑conflict reconstruction
- policy reform
- humanitarian aid
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does prolonged war change societal structures?
- What can restore dignity after conflict?
War's damage can be mitigated through strong governance and reconciliation.