“Beasts, birds, and insects, even to the minutest and meanest of their kind, act with the unerring providence of instinct; man, the while, who possesses a higher faculty, abuses it, and therefore goes blundering on.”
Quote by Robert Southey
Work
Sir Thomas Marc Or Colloquies on the Progress und Prospects of Sceuly, 1
This book is a philosophical dialogue that delves into the development and future of the society of Sceuly, offering insights into its culture, governance, and societal norms. more
Author
Robert Southey
Robert Southey, born on August 12, 1774, and died on March 21, 1843, was an influential English Romantic poet. Known for his poetry and literary criticism, Southey is considered one of the significant figures in the history of English literature. more
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