"The age in which we live can only be characterized as one of barbarism. Our civilization is in the process not only of being militarized, but also being brutalized"
- Alva Myrdal
About this Quote
In this quote, Alva Myrdal is expressing her belief that the present period is among barbarism. She argues that our society is not only becoming increasingly militarized, however also more brutal. This suggests that violence and aggressiveness are ending up being more common and accepted in our civilization. Myrdal might be describing the rise of conflicts and wars, in addition to the glorification of violence in media and entertainment. She might also be discussing the dehumanization and lack of empathy towards others that can arise from a militarized and harsh society. In general, Myrdal's words act as a caution against the unsafe course our civilization is heading towards.
This quote is written / told by Alva Myrdal between January 31, 1902 and February 1, 1986. She was a famous Diplomat from Sweden.
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