Time Quote by H.G. Wells
““He, I know - for the question had been discussed among us long before the Time Machine was made - thought but cheerlessly of the Advancement of Mankind, and saw in the growing pile of civilisation only a foolish heaping that must inevitably fall back upon and destroy its makers in the end.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Time Machine by H.G. Wells, 1895
Advancement of civilization may be built on fragile foundations that could collapse and harm its creators.
In simple terms: Progress can be self‑destructive.
Key Takeaway
Beware hubris in technological growth.
Themes
civilization
hubris
technology
future
danger
Mood
cautious
reflective
Type
philosophical
warning
When to use this quote
- industrialization
- environmental policy
- urban planning
- historical analysis
Key Concepts
entropy
impermanence
ethical limits
Questions to Reflect On
- How can societies balance innovation with sustainability?
- What safeguards prevent civilization’s downfall?
A Different Perspective
Progress often ignores long‑term consequences.
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