“From within such a calcified culture, no change can be generated; the impetus for reform must arise from… — Matt Hughes
“From within such a calcified culture, no change can be generated; the impetus for reform must arise from without. Hence, the external threat posed by Hunan Diath.”
“Who does not exist,” said Filidor.
“Who need not exist,” said Gaskarth, “so long as the idea can do its work.”
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“This conversation would be more easily conducted,” said Filidor, “if I had any notion of what you are talking about.”
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“We all use the world, and are used by it,” he said, after a moment. “Some of us are more aware than others of using and being used. It is our fortune to have fewer illusions.”
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“I will inform the world of your preference,” said Gaskarth, “but I doubt it will lead to any significant improvements in your lot.”
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