Bores Quote by Henry David Thoreau
“Far from New England's blustering shore,New England's worm her hulk shall bore,And sink her in the Indian seas,Twine, wine, and hides, and China teas.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: Walden, 1854
The poem humor the destructive impact of colonial trade, describing how foreign goods and exploitation erode New England's natural environment.
In simple terms: Colonial trade harms nature and local culture.
Key Takeaway
Consider the environmental cost of global commerce.
Themes
environment
colonialism
exploitation
nature
economics
history
Mood
reflective
somber
concerned
Type
historical
environmental
When to use this quote
- shipping routes
- colonial ports
- modern supply chains
- regional economies
- environmental policy
Key Concepts
trade
imperialism
ecology
cultural loss
Questions to Reflect On
- How does modern trade compare to historical exploitation?
- Can sustainable commerce replace harmful practices?
A Different Perspective
The quote romanticizes a pre‑colonial past, overlooking complexities of cultural exchange.
