Creatures Quote by George R. Stewart
“As for man, there is little reason to think that he can in the long run escape the fate of other creatures, and if there is a biological law of flux and reflux, his situation is now a highly perilous one. During ten thousand years his numbers have been on the upgrade in spite of wars, pestilences, and famines. This increase in population has become more and more rapid. Biologically, man has for too long a time been rolling an uninterrupted run of sevens.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Earth Abides by George R. Stewart, 1949
Human population growth is rapid and unsustainable, threatening future survival
In simple terms: Human numbers rise fast, risking our future
Key Takeaway
Address ecological limits now
Themes
environment
population
sustainability
Mood
concerned
serious
Type
environmental
analytical
When to use this quote
- urban planning
- resource management
- policy making
- education campaigns
Key Concepts
carrying capacity
ecological collapse
Questions to Reflect On
- How can societies balance growth and resources?
- What policies could curb unsustainable expansion?
A Different Perspective
Technological advances may offset some risks
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