The author reflects on the diminishing stature of humanity in the face of the immense technological inventions of the modern world. He references renowned figures like Michael Angelo and da Vinci, questioning if the powerful essence of individual men will ever return amid the overwhelming congestion and chaos of contemporary life, where people seem to behave like ants in a swarm.

This societal shift may lead individuals to become more subservient, as they navigate a world dominated by either oppressive structures or disordered collective movements. The outcome, whether it be tyranny or organic organization, suggests that individuality may ultimately be lost.