None are so old as those who have outlived enthusiasm.
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In wildness is the preservation of the world.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Nature's untamed state is essential for maintaining the balance of our planet.
Henry David Thoreau suggests that the unspoiled and wild aspects of the natural world are crucial for the health and sustainability of the environment. By advocating for the preservation of wildness, he emphasizes that these untamed areas play a key role in the overall preservation and functioning of the world.
Themes
WildnessPreservationNatureEnvironmentSustainability
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used at an environmental conservation lecture to emphasize the importance of protecting natural habitats.
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