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“Corruption never has been compulsory; when the cities lie at the monster's feet there are left the mountains.” quote by Robinson Jeffers
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“Corruption never has been compulsory; when the cities lie at the monster's feet there are left the mountains.”

Robinson Jeffers

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.

Key Takeaway

Recognize the resilience of untouched nature.

Themes

corruption urban decay nature resilience

Mood

reflective poetic

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • urban planning
  • environmental conservation
  • literary analysis
  • spiritual reflection

Key Concepts

environmental ethics mythic symbolism

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does the mountain symbolize?
  • How can societies prevent corruption?
A Different Perspective

May romanticize nature while ignoring human agency.

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