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Cruelty Quote by Gene Stratton-Porter

“whose early life had been so embittered by continual proof of neglect and cruelty in human parents toward their children, the love of these furred and feathered folk of the Limberlost was even more of a miracle than to the Bird Woman and the Angel.” quote by Gene Stratton-Porter
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““whose early life had been so embittered by continual proof of neglect and cruelty in human parents toward their children, the love of these furred and feathered folk of the Limberlost was even more of a miracle than to the Bird Woman and the Angel.””

Gene Stratton-Porter

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Lost World, 1913

A child's love for animals can become a profound miracle amidst human cruelty and neglect.

In simple terms: Animals bring hope despite human harshness.

Key Takeaway

Cherish and protect animal bonds.

Themes

compassion nature miracle neglect humanity

Mood

reflective hopeful inspirational

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • childhood trauma
  • animal rescue
  • environmental education

Key Concepts

animal empathy resilience healing

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can we foster empathy for animals in societies?
  • What role do animals play in healing human trauma?
A Different Perspective

Human cruelty can still dominate despite animal love.

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