Nature never appeals to intelligence until habit and instinct are useless. There is no intelligence where there is no need of change.
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We must be prepared to see an Association of Nations in conference growing into an organic system of world controls for world affairs and the keeping of the world’s peace, or we must be prepared for – a continuation of war.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote emphasizes the necessity of establishing a global governing body to maintain peace and prevent wars.
H. G. Wells argues that to maintain global peace, nations must collaborate to create an organized system that governs international relations. If such a structure is not developed, the world risks falling back into the chaos of continuous conflict. The quote reflects Wells's vision for a cooperative approach to peace, suggesting that without unity and a shared governance, humanity faces inevitable turmoil.
Themes
PeaceNationsAssociationWorld ControlCooperation
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech on international relations, one might refer to this quote to advocate for a strengthened United Nations.
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