Attitude Quote by John Fowles
“But I think the most harmful change brought about by Victorian science in our attitude to nature lies in the demand that our relation with it must be purposive, industrious, always seeking greater knowledge.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The French Lieutenant's Woman, 1969
Victorian science made us view nature as a resource to be exploited for progress, eroding reverence.
In simple terms: Science turned nature into a tool for profit.
Key Takeaway
Respect nature beyond utility.
Themes
environment
science
philosophy
industrialism
Mood
reflective
critical
Type
philosophical
environmental
When to use this quote
- environmental policy
- education
- personal reflection
- sustainable design
Key Concepts
anthropocentrism
exploitation
knowledge pursuit
Questions to Reflect On
- How does this view affect modern environmental policy?
- Can we balance progress with reverence?
A Different Perspective
Nature also provides intrinsic value beyond human use.
