Active Quote by Karl Marx
“The development of civilization and industry in general has always shown itself so active in the destruction of forests that everything that has been done for their conservation and production is completely insignificant in comparison.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Marxist writings on nature, 19th century
Industrial progress often harms forests far more than conservation efforts can offset.
In simple terms: Industry harms forests more than conservation can help.
Balance development with ecological protection.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- deforestation
- policy making
- corporate responsibility
- community activism
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we redesign industry to protect forests?
- What policies could make conservation more effective?
Conservation alone cannot counteract large‑scale industrial damage.