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“Famine was the mark of a maturing agricultural society, the very badge of civilization.” quote by Richard Manning
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““Famine was the mark of a maturing agricultural society, the very badge of civilization.””

Richard Manning

About This Quote

Source Book: The Nature of Civilization, 1995

Famine signals agricultural maturity and thus the development of civilization.

In simple terms: Famine marks societal progress.

Key Takeaway

Recognize hardship as growth sign.

Themes

civilization agriculture hardship

Mood

analytical serious

Type

historical educational

When to use this quote

  • policy making
  • agricultural planning
  • historical analysis

Key Concepts

historical development economics

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does famine drive innovation?
  • What modern parallels exist?
A Different Perspective

Famine also causes suffering.

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