The World Unbalanced
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INTRODUCTION THE FACE OF THE WORLD TO-DAY
THE FACE OF THE WORLD TO-DAY
MODERN civilisations present themselves to us under two aspects which are so dissimilar, so contradictory, that if viewed from a distant planet they would seem to belong to two totally different worlds.
One of these aspects is the realm of science and its applications. Its structures radiate the brilliant illuminations of harmony and pure truth.
The other is the dark domain of political and social life. Its shaky edifices remain enveloped in illusions, errors, and hatreds, and furious struggles frequently lay them low.
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