Beauty Quote by Thor Heyerdahl
“We are not talking about esthetics. We are talking about life: survival of Man. We must train young people to get another vision of Nature. We call it 'wilderness,' and we think it is progress to get further and further away from it. How crazy! Where would we have been if Nature had not built us up?”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Interview on environmental philosophy, 1970s
He warns that modern society distances itself from nature, mistaking wilderness for progress, endangering humanity's survival.
In simple terms: We ignore nature, thinking progress means moving away from it.
Key Takeaway
Re‑connect with nature for true survival.
Themes
environment
survival
progress
humanity
Mood
concerned
urgent
Type
philosophical
critical
When to use this quote
- education reform
- urban planning
- conservation policy
- personal lifestyle choices
Key Concepts
ecology
anthropocentrism
modernity
Questions to Reflect On
- How does our view of wilderness shape our choices?
- What would a life integrated with nature look like?
A Different Perspective
He may romanticize nature without addressing practical needs.
