Devices Quote by Ellen Glasgow
“In her abhorrrence of a vacuum, Nature, for the furtherance of her favorite hobby, has often to resort to strange devices. If she could but understand that vacuity is sometimes better than superfluity!”
About This Quote
Source Novel: Virginia, 1920
Nature, when faced with emptiness, creates strange solutions, suggesting that voids can be more valuable than excess.
In simple terms: Nature prefers simplicity over overcomplication.
Key Takeaway
Embrace simplicity and avoid unnecessary complexity.
Themes
nature
creativity
simplicity
balance
Mood
contemplative
inquisitive
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- design thinking
- environmental policy
- personal life choices
- artistic expression
Key Concepts
philosophical
literary
metaphor
Questions to Reflect On
- When does emptiness become a problem?
- How can we balance simplicity with necessity?
A Different Perspective
Simplicity may not always solve complex problems; context matters.
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