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What we lose in our great human exodus from the land is a…

“What we lose in our great human exodus from the land is a rooted sense, as deep and intangible as religious faith, of why we need to hold on to the wild and beautiful places that once surrounded us.” quote by Barbara Kingsolver
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“What we lose in our great human exodus from the land is a rooted sense, as deep and intangible as religious faith, of why we need to hold on to the wild and beautiful places that once surrounded us.”

Barbara Kingsolver

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

She laments that modern migration disconnects us from nature, likening this loss to a deep, faith‑like need for wild spaces.

In simple terms: Modern life erodes our deep connection to nature.

Key Takeaway

Reconnect with wild places.

Themes

environment migration spirituality

Mood

reflective somber

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • urban planning
  • conservation projects
  • educational curricula

Key Concepts

ecological loss human displacement

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can we preserve wild spaces amid growth?
  • What personal practices keep you connected to nature?
A Different Perspective

Urbanization may limit access to nature.

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