You see life as a contrast between misery and pleasure, Jon; that is not a correct interpretation." "It's a pretty good rule of thumb, I should have … - Brian Aldiss

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You see life as a contrast between misery and pleasure, Jon; that is not a correct interpretation." "It's a pretty good rule of thumb, I should have thought." "Thought and non-thought is the only valid line of comparison." "Bit of a bird's-eye view, isn't it? That puts us on the same level as the proles." "Exactly.