You can't have a more civilized community than one in which hospital staff play cricket at the end of a summer's day and lunatics can wander and mingle without exciting comment or alarm. It was wonderful, possibly unsurpassable. It really was. That was the Britain I came to. I wish it could be that place again.
In his book "The Road to Little Dribbling," Bill Bryson reflects on an ideal vision of community life in Britain. He appreciates a society where healthcare workers unwind by playing cricket, highlighting a sense of harmony and camaraderie. His observation extends to the acceptance and normalcy of individuals with mental health issues, signifying a compassionate society where people can coexist without fear or judgement.
Bryson nostalgically conveys a longing for a time when these interactions exemplified civility and shared experience. He expresses his desire for society to return to that state of warmth and understanding, demonstrating how such interactions can enrich community life and foster a more civilized environment.
