Boast Quote by Donald Worster
“Human domination over nature is quite simply an illusion, a passing dream by a naive species. It is an illusion that has cost us much, ensnared us in our own designs, given us a few boasts to make about our courage and genius, but all the same it is an illusion.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Wealth of Nature, Donald Worster, 1992
Human belief in dominating nature is a comforting myth that blinds us to ecological limits.
In simple terms: Domination myth blinds us to limits.
Key Takeaway
Recognize ecological interdependence.
Themes
environment
myth
human hubris
Mood
thoughtful
critical
Type
philosophical
environmental
When to use this quote
- policy making
- education
- resource management
- urban planning
Key Concepts
sustainability
ecology
anthropocentrism
Questions to Reflect On
- How does this belief shape your daily choices?
- What alternatives to domination exist?
A Different Perspective
Myth may ignore practical necessity for some human needs.
