Millionaires Quote by Kenneth Lillington
““As for the village of Newfield itself, it was picture-book, the sort of place that American millionaires would like to transport, stone by stone, back to the States.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Village of Newfield by Kenneth Lillington, 1954
The village is idealized as a pristine, almost nostalgic place that wealthy outsiders wish to preserve and relocate.
In simple terms: A perfect, nostalgic village that rich people want to move.
Recognize the allure of idealized places.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- urban planning
- heritage tourism
- real estate development
- cultural critique
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Should such places be preserved or modernized?
- Who truly benefits from moving a community?
Idealization can ignore residents' needs and realities.