"You can give men food and leisure and amusements and good conditions of work, and still they will remain unsatisfied. You can deny them all these things, and they will not complain so long as they feel that they have something to die for"

In this quote, Christopher Dawson is highlighting the truth that product belongings and conveniences alone are insufficient to satisfy people. He argues that even if males are offered with food, leisure, amusements, and good working conditions, they will still feel a sense of dissatisfaction. This is since there is a much deeper longing within humans for something more meaningful and fulfilling in life. On the other hand, if these things are eliminated from them, they will not complain as long as they have a sense of purpose or something to fight for. This suggests that humans have an innate desire for purpose and meaning in their lives, beyond simply material ownerships.