“The long fight to save wild beauty represents democracy at its best. It requires citizens to practice the hardest of virtues--self-restraint. Why cannot I take as many trout as I want from a stream? Why cannot I bring home from the woods a rare wildflower? Because if I do, everybody in this democracy should be able to do the same. My act will be multiplied endlessly. To provide protection for wildlife and wild beauty, everyone has to deny himself proportionately. Special privilege and conservation are ever at odds.”
Quote by Edwin Way Teale
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Circle of the Seasons: The Journal of a Naturalist's Year
This book offers an intimate look into the life of a naturalist as they document their experiences and discoveries over the course of a year. The author's observations of flora, fauna, and the environment are woven together with personal insights and philosophical musings, creating a rich tapestry of nature's seasonal cycles. more
Author
Edwin Way Teale
Edwin Way Teale was an American naturalist known for his in-depth observations of insects and plants. His work 'The American Seasons' documented his observations of the natural environments across the United States, which was well-received by readers. more
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