Animal Quote by Edward Abbey
“Water, water, water…There is no shortage of water in the desert but exactly the right amount , a perfect ratio of water to rock, water to sand, insuring that wide free open, generous spacing among plants and animals, homes and towns and cities, which makes the arid West so different from any other part of the nation. There is no lack of water here unless you try to establish a city where no city should be.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: “Desert Water” in “The Journey Home”, 1979
He describes the delicate water balance in deserts and its limits.
In simple terms: Desert water is scarce but balanced.
Key Takeaway
Respect natural limits.
Themes
environment
resource management
balance
Mood
concerned
reflective
Type
environmental
philosophical
When to use this quote
- Urban planning
- conservation
- water policy
Key Concepts
Ecology
sustainability
Questions to Reflect On
- How can cities thrive without overusing water?
- What alternatives exist for desert settlements?
A Different Perspective
Human expansion often ignores ecological constraints.
