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To conquer nature is, in effect, to remove all natural barriers and human norms and to substitute artificial, fabricated
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"To conquer nature is, in effect, to remove all natural barriers and human norms and to substitute artificial, fabricated equivalents for natural processes"

- Alex Campbell

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This quote by Alex Campbell recommends that when people attempt to conquer nature, they are basically attempting to replace natural processes with artificial ones. This might suggest that humans are trying to manage the environment and its resources, such as land, water, and air, in order to fulfill their own needs. By doing so, they are overlooking the natural barriers and human norms that have been established over time. This might lead to a disturbance of the natural balance of the environment, in addition to a disregard for the rights of those who inhabit it. Ultimately, this might cause a decrease in biodiversity, a boost in pollution, and a decline in the lifestyle for both humans and animals.

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Canada Flag This quote is written / told by Alex Campbell somewhere between December 1, 1933 and today. He/she was a famous Politician from Canada. The author also have 25 other quotes.

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