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You cant totally rebel, otherwise you have to go live on your own, on a desert island. Its as simple as that
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"You can't totally rebel, otherwise you have to go live on your own, on a desert island. It's as simple as that"

- Patrick McGoohan

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This quote by Patrick McGoohan recommends that there is a limit to just how much one can rebel. If one rebels too much, they will have to leave their current life and reside on their own, separated from society. This might suggest surviving on a desert island, where one would be completely alone and need to fend for themselves. McGoohan is recommending that it is not possible to completely rebel versus society and its standards, as it would need a drastic modification in way of life. He indicates that it is not worth it to rebel to such an extreme, as it would be challenging to survive without the support of society. This quote is a pointer that while it is important to stand up for what one thinks in, it is also crucial to be mindful of the effects of one's actions.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Patrick McGoohan between March 19, 1928 and January 13, 2009. He was a famous Actor from USA. The author also have 6 other quotes.

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