Able Quote by Rebecca West
“Behind it was that vast suspension bridge which always troubles me because it reminds me that in this mechanized age I am as little able to understand my environment as any primitive woman who thinks that a waterfall is inhabited by a spirit, and indeed less so, for her opinion might from a poetical point of view be correct.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: The Modernist Perspective, 1930s
Human understanding feels limited in a mechanized world, likened to primitive misconceptions.
In simple terms: Modern life feels incomprehensible.
Key Takeaway
Embrace humility about knowledge.
Themes
knowledge
technology
humility
Mood
reflective
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
literary
When to use this quote
- urban planning
- technology adoption
- educational curricula
Key Concepts
modernism
perception
environmental awareness
Questions to Reflect On
- How does technology shape our perception of nature?
- Can we balance progress with intuitive understanding?
A Different Perspective
Overemphasis on technology can obscure simple truths.
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