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Quote by Edward Abbey

“I’m tired of doing what I don’t want to do to live the way I don’t want to live.”

Quote by Edward Abbey

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Edward Abbey was an American author known for his naturalist works and advocacy for environmental protection. His writings often take the desolate wilderness of the American Southwest as a backdrop, profoundly revealing the relationship between humans and nature. Abbey's writing style is unique, filled with humor and satire, and has had a profound impact on later generations. more

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