All things Quote by Charles Fort
“Existence is Appetite: the gnaw of being; the one attempt of all things to assimilate to some higher attempt.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Book of the Damned, 1919
Human desire drives us to consume and assimilate, seeking higher purpose.
In simple terms: We constantly seek meaning.
Reflect on personal motivations.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- personal growth
- philosophical inquiry
- creative work
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What higher purpose guides your actions?
- How does desire shape your life?
The metaphor may oversimplify complex motivations.