Nature Quote by Gerard Manley Hopkins
““What would the world be, once bereft Of wet and of wildness? Let them be left, O let them be left, wildness and wet; Long live the weeds and the wilderness yet.””
About This Quote
Source Poem: “The World’s Wildness” (1888)
The poem mourns loss of untouched nature, urging preservation of wetlands and wilderness.
In simple terms: Preserve wild places.
Key Takeaway
Protect natural ecosystems.
Themes
environment
conservation
poetry
Mood
somber
hopeful
Type
environmental
literary
When to use this quote
- policy advocacy
- education programs
- eco‑tourism
Key Concepts
wildness
wetlands
ecology
Questions to Reflect On
- What actions can you take to protect local habitats?
- How does personal connection to nature influence activism?
A Different Perspective
Economic development often threatens these areas.
