Bigger and better Quote by Paul Auster
““There's progress for you. A bigger and better mousetrap every month. Pretty soon, we'll all be able to kill all the mice at the same time.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The New York Trilogy, 1987
Technological progress promises better solutions, yet may lead to unintended consequences.
In simple terms: Progress brings better tools, but also risks.
Key Takeaway
Consider impacts.
Themes
technology
progress
ethics
Mood
thoughtful
cautious
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- product design
- policy making
- environmental planning
Key Concepts
innovation
unintended consequences
Questions to Reflect On
- What are the hidden costs?
- How do you balance innovation and risk?
A Different Perspective
New tools can create new problems.
