The most important gain is that each [member of society] will be able to predict the other's actions. Concomitantly, the interaction of both becomes predictable... Many actions are possible on a low level of attention. Each action of one is no longer a source of astonishment and potential danger to the other. (Peter L. Berger)

The most important gain is that each [member of society] will be able to predict the other's actions. Concomitantly, the interaction of both becomes predictable... Many actions are possible on a low level of attention. Each action of one is no longer a source of astonishment and potential danger to the other.

Peter L. Berger

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