Disasters Quote by Mark Lawrence
““Some natural disasters were preferable to the sorts that people could wreak upon each other.””
About This Quote
He suggests that natural catastrophes can be less harmful than human-inflicted violence.
In simple terms: Disasters can be less cruel than human cruelty.
Recognize the impact of human actions.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- war
- political conflict
- environmental crises
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What actions cause more suffering than natural events?
- How can societies prevent self‑inflicted harm?
Human cruelty often exceeds natural harm.