A thought that had been in the archives of his mind for many months came sharply into relief: of all human beings alive, the scientists were the only ones who retained imagination, ideals, and a sincere interest in the larger world. It was to them he should give his allegiance, not to the statesmen, not to industry or commerce or war.
I don't like people-much. This kind, I mean. And they don't like me at all, as a rule. Maybe the latter explains the former.
People