“Our tools are better than we are, and grow better faster than we do. They suffice to crack the atom, to command the tides, but they do not suffice for the oldest task in human history, to live on a piece of land without spoiling it.”
Quote by Aldo Leopold
Work
Aldo Leopold: A Sand County Almanac & Other Writings on Conservation and Ecology: (Library of America #238)
Aldo Leopold's 'A Sand County Almanac' is a seminal work in the field of conservation and ecology, offering insights into the natural world and the human relationship with it. This collection also includes Leopold's other writings, providing a comprehensive view of his thoughts on environmental stewardship and the importance of preserving natural habitats. more
Author
Aldo Leopold
Aldo Leopold was an American author, philosopher, conservationist, and environmentalist. He is best known for his book 'A Sand County Almanac', which is considered a foundational text in environmental ethics and wildlife management. Leopold was born on January 11, 1887, and passed away on April 21, 1948. more
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