Cities Quote by Robinson Jeffers
“Corruption never has been compulsory; when the cities lie at the monster's feet there are left the mountains.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: “The Mountain and the City” (1921)
Corruption is not imposed; when cities crumble under monstrous forces, the untouched mountains remain.
In simple terms: Corruption isn’t forced; when cities fall, mountains stay pure.
Recognize the resilience of untouched nature.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- urban planning
- environmental conservation
- literary analysis
- spiritual reflection
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What does the mountain symbolize?
- How can societies prevent corruption?
May romanticize nature while ignoring human agency.