Chance Quote by Basil Bunting
“Praise the green earth. Chance has appointed her home, workshop, larder, middenpit. Her lousy skin scabbed here and there by cities provides us with name and nation.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: "The Earth" by Basil Bunting, 1955
The poem celebrates the planet as a shared resource, noting how human activity both uses and scars it, linking environment to identity.
In simple terms: Nature is a common home, shaped by humans.
Key Takeaway
Respect and protect the Earth.
Themes
environment
identity
human impact
stewardship
Mood
reflective
concerned
Type
poetic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- urban planning
- environmental policy
- community building
- artistic expression
Key Concepts
ecology
anthropocene
place-making
Questions to Reflect On
- How does our daily life affect the planet?
- What responsibilities arise from sharing a common home?
A Different Perspective
Human exploitation can outweigh appreciation, leading to degradation.
