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Dear life Quote by Sol T. Plaatje

“The forests shook with the awful thunder of the guns, which stirred a wild agitation among the denizens of the day. Terrified game of every description scattered in all directions and fled for dear life; oxen bellowed in surprise and wild hounds yelped, wolves and jackals ran as though possessed…” quote by Sol T. Plaatje
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““The forests shook with the awful thunder of the guns, which stirred a wild agitation among the denizens of the day. Terrified game of every description scattered in all directions and fled for dear life; oxen bellowed in surprise and wild hounds yelped, wolves and jackals ran as though possessed by a legion of devils. Wild birds rushed out of their nests and protested loudly against the unholy disturbance of the peace of their haunts. [145]””

Sol T. Plaatje

About This Quote

Source Novel: Mhudi by Sol T. Plaatje, 1919

War’s chaos shatters nature and society, causing panic among animals and people alike, reflecting the terror of conflict.

In simple terms: War disrupts nature and society.

Key Takeaway

Recognize war’s widespread destruction.

Themes

conflict nature humanity

Mood

somber reflective

Type

literary historical

When to use this quote

  • war reporting
  • peace education
  • wildlife conservation
  • community resilience training
  • historical analysis

Key Concepts

trauma environmental impact

Questions to Reflect On

  • What lasting scars does war leave on ecosystems?
  • How can societies heal after conflict?
A Different Perspective

Not all impacts are visible; some are long‑term.

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