Fossils Quote by Wallace Stegner
“We are fossils in the making.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Spectator Bird, 1976
Humans are becoming extinct like fossils.
In simple terms: Humans become extinct like fossils.
Key Takeaway
Act to preserve humanity and environment.
Themes
environment
existence
legacy
Mood
reflective
concerned
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- climate change
- urban development
- conservation efforts
Key Concepts
anthropology
ecology
Questions to Reflect On
- What actions can prevent our extinction?
- How does this perspective motivate change?
A Different Perspective
It may be hyperbolic.
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