Books Quote by Jorge Luis Borges
““This delay (whose importance the reader will appreciate later) was due to a desire on the part of the authorities to act slowly and impersonally, in the manner of planets or vegetables.””
About This Quote
Source Essay: A Universal History of Infamy, 1935
Authorities act slowly and impersonally, like indifferent natural forces.
In simple terms: Power can be detached and impersonal.
Key Takeaway
Beware of detached authority.
Themes
power
detachment
bureaucracy
Mood
critical
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
political
When to use this quote
- government policy
- corporate decisions
- legal rulings
Key Concepts
political theory
philosophy
Questions to Reflect On
- How does impersonal power affect individuals?
- Can systems be both efficient and humane?
A Different Perspective
Such detachment can ignore human impact.
