Distance Quote by Thomas Carlyle
“Wealth has more and more increased, and at the same time gathered itself more and more into masses, strangely altering the old relations, and increasing the distance between the rich and the poor.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Past and Present, 1843
Wealth concentration intensifies social stratification, widening the gap between rich and poor.
In simple terms: Rich get richer, poor get poorer.
Address economic inequality.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- policy making
- urban planning
- community development
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What policies can reduce wealth gaps?
- How does wealth concentration affect social cohesion?
Complex causes beyond wealth alone drive disparity.