Encircles Globe Quote by Margaret Atwood
““More recently, some of us have been able to infiltrate the new ethereal-wave system that now encircles the globe, and to travel around that way, looking out at the world through the flat, illuminated surfaces that serve as domestic shrines. Perhaps that’s how the gods were able to come and go as quickly as they did back then—they must have had something like that at their disposal.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Testaments by Margaret Atwood, 2019
Advanced technology creates a global network that reshapes perception, akin to divine ability to move freely.
In simple terms: Tech connects us, changing how we see the world.
Key Takeaway
Embrace new tools, stay aware of their impact.
Themes
technology
perception
divinity
Mood
thoughtful
speculative
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- digital communication
- virtual reality
- global surveillance
- creative writing
Key Concepts
networking
globalization
media theory
Questions to Reflect On
- What does constant connectivity cost us?
- How does technology alter our sense of the divine?
A Different Perspective
Reliance on tech can reduce personal agency.
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