A person of definite character and purpose who comprehends our way of thought is sure to exert power over us. He cannot altogether be resisted; because, if he understands us, he can make us understand him, through the word, the look, or other symbol.


Human Nature and the Social Order (ed. Transaction Publishers, 1992) - ISBN: 9781412825689

Charles Cooley Quotes

A person of definite character and purpose who comprehends our way of thought is sure to exert power over us. He cannot altogether be resisted;...

A person of definite character and purpose who comprehends our way of thought is sure to exert power over us. He cannot altogether be resisted;...

A person of definite character and purpose who comprehends our way of thought is sure to exert power over us. He cannot altogether be resisted;...

A person of definite character and purpose who comprehends our way of thought is sure to exert power over us. He cannot altogether be resisted;...