“When dams were erected on the Columbia, salmon battered themselves against the concrete, trying to return home. I expect no less from us. We too must hurl ourselves against and through the literal and metaphorical concrete that contains and constrains us, that keeps us from talking about what is most important to us, that keeps us from living the way our bones know we can, that bars us from our home. It only takes one person to bring down a dam.”
Quote by Derrick Jensen
Work
A Language Older Than Words
This book delves into the origins and evolution of language, examining its role in shaping human thought and culture. It explores the ways in which language reflects and influences our understanding of the world, and the impact it has on our relationships and self-perception. more
Author
Derrick Jensen
Derrick Jensen is an American author, environmental activist, and speaker. His work primarily focuses on environmental justice, social justice, and the impact of humans on nature. Jensen is known for his radical writing style and critical analysis of environmental destruction. more
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