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“On this ancient and miraculous world, where such beautiful natural and living things have evolved, something has gone wrong when life itself is used as a manufacturing process.” quote by Roger Ebert
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“On this ancient and miraculous world, where such beautiful natural and living things have evolved, something has gone wrong when life itself is used as a manufacturing process.”

Roger Ebert

About This Quote

Source Review: The Natural World, 2018

Industrial exploitation distorts the sanctity of life.

In simple terms: Manufacturing life harms nature.

Key Takeaway

Promote sustainable practices.

Themes

environment industry ethics

Mood

concerned determined

Type

ethical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • policy making
  • corporate responsibility
  • consumer choices

Key Concepts

ecology philosophy

Questions to Reflect On

  • What alternatives exist to harmful manufacturing?
  • How can individuals influence industry?
A Different Perspective

Economic pressures resist change.

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