“Mankind has failed miserably in its effort to devise a rational system of government. [...] The art of government is the exclusive possession of quacks and frauds. It has been so since the earliest days, and it will probably remain so until the end of time.”
In this thought-provoking book, the reader is taken into a world where crimes are prevented before they occur through advanced technology. The narrative delves into the ethical and moral implications of such a system, raising questions about free will and the nature of justice. more
H. L. Mencken was an American journalist, essayist, satirist, cultural critic, and scholar of American English. Born on September 12, 1880, and passing away on January 29, 1956, Mencken is renowned for his significant contributions to American culture and language, particularly through his satirical essays and critical analyses of the American establishment. more
“Liquor is not a necessity. It is a means of momentarily sidestepping necessity.”
“Nearly every man is a coward, if confronted by the proper terror.”
“Probably you have noted the resemblance of the critic to the crank.”
“The only gambling tip which amounts to anything is to keep out of the game.”
“No really sensible person ever remembers enough poetry to recite it.”