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“Some ideas need to be continually reinvented and rediscovered, particularly an idea like the omnipotence of humans. It takes a long time to give up.”

Quote by David Holmgren

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David Holmgren, born in 1955, is a renowned writer focusing on sustainable development and ecological design. His works have had a profound impact on the promotion of sustainable lifestyles worldwide. more

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