Famous quote by Aldous Huxley

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Europe is so well gardened that it resembles a work of art, a scientific theory, a neat metaphysical system. Man has re-
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"Europe is so well gardened that it resembles a work of art, a scientific theory, a neat metaphysical system. Man has re-created Europe in his own image"

- Aldous Huxley

About this Quote

This quote by Aldous Huxley suggests that Europe has been so greatly influenced by human activity that it has actually ended up being a reflection of humanity itself. Huxley implies that Europe has actually been thoroughly crafted and preserved, just like a work of art, a clinical theory, or an esoteric system. He suggests that Europe has been transformed by human intervention, which it now looks like an item of human creativity. This quote highlights the power of human influence and the ability of people to shape their environment. It likewise suggests that Europe is a reflection of humankind's values and beliefs, and that it has actually been crafted to show the perfects of its occupants. Eventually, this quote functions as a pointer of the power of human intervention and the ability of humans to form their environment.

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Aldous Huxley This quote is written / told by Aldous Huxley between July 26, 1894 and November 22, 1963. He was a famous Novelist from England. The author also have 89 other quotes.

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