Affair Quote by Neil Gaiman
“Many phenomena - wars, plagues, sudden audits - have been advanced as evidence for the hidden hand of Satan in the affairs of Man, but whenever students of demonology get together the M25 London orbital motorway is generally agreed to be among the top contenders for exhibit A.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: The Sandman: Book of Dreams, Neil Gaiman, 1996
The quote humorously suggests that complex, often blamed events are sometimes explained by supernatural forces, yet scholars can agree on a mundane cause like a busy highway.
In simple terms: People often look for hidden evil in chaos, but sometimes the cause is obvious.
Key Takeaway
Question the need for supernatural explanations.
Themes
skepticism
humor
analysis
Mood
ironic
critical
thoughtful
Type
satirical
observational
When to use this quote
- urban planning
- media studies
- critical thinking
- myth debunking
Key Concepts
cognitive bias
attribution error
paranormal belief
Questions to Reflect On
- What evidence would change your view?
- How do we balance skepticism with openness?
A Different Perspective
It may overlook genuine systemic issues by focusing on a single cause.
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