Human nature Quote by Leslie McFarlane
““Sound the tocsin of national peril and hordes of well-meaning folk with nothing much to do always materialize from nowhere. They itch to meddle in great matters of which their comprehension is usually pretty dim, and have no objection to getting their names and pictures in the papers.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Lost City, 1941
People eager to act in crises often lack understanding, yet they insert themselves into headlines and public discourse.
In simple terms: Well‑meaning folks meddle without insight during danger.
Key Takeaway
Question motives before acting.
Themes
human nature
politics
media
public perception
crisis
Mood
skeptical
observant
Type
Human nature:1
Politics:1
Folk Materialize:0
National Peril:1
Meaning Folk:0
Peril Hordes:0
Comprehension Usually:1
When to use this quote
- political rallies
- emergency response
- media coverage
Key Concepts
social psychology
attention seeking
information overload
Questions to Reflect On
- How does media amplify meddling?
- When is public involvement beneficial?
A Different Perspective
Not all involvement is harmful; expertise matters.
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