In "Cloud Atlas" by David Mitchell, a thought-provoking quote illustrates the consequences of unchecked self-interest. It suggests that if society continues to prioritize individual gain over communal well-being, it will ultimately lead to self-destruction. The phrase implies that predatory behavior will inevitably consume humanity, leaving only the most selfish in a world that collapses under its own excess.
Moreover, selfishness is described not only as detrimental to one's character but as...