Bees Quote by Carol Ann Duffy
““along with the rest of our helpless world; and, O, if you could, you would, where lovers walked, sell off trees and not give a flying fuck for the muted mausoleums of the bees.””
About This Quote
Source Poem: “The Bees” in anthology, 2010
The poem juxtaposes love and environmental neglect, highlighting apathy toward nature’s decline.
In simple terms: Love and nature are ignored.
Key Takeaway
Value love and nature equally.
Themes
environment
love
apathy
Mood
melancholic
contemplative
Type
poetic
lyational
When to use this quote
- urban life
- environmental activism
- personal relationships
Key Concepts
ecocriticism
symbolism
Questions to Reflect On
- What responsibilities do we have toward nature?
- How does love influence environmental care?
A Different Perspective
The line may romanticize neglect, obscuring responsibility.
