E. F. [Ernst Friedrich] Schumach Quotes

A collection of quotes by E. F. [Ernst Friedrich] Schumach.

E. F. Schumacher (1911-1977) was a renowned British economist and philosopher. He is best known for his influential book "Small Is Beautiful: A Study of Economics As If People Mattered" (1973), which advocated for sustainable and human-centered economic development. Schumacher emphasized the importance of appropriate technology, ecological balance, and the need to prioritize human well-being over excessive material growth. He believed in the power of small-scale, locally focused economies and challenged the dominant paradigm of unlimited growth. Schumacher's ideas continue to inspire and shape discussions on sustainable development and alternative economic models.

An attitude to life which seeks fulfillment in the single-mi

An attitude to life which seeks fulfillment in the single-minded pursuit of wealth -- in short, materialism -- does not fit into this world, because it contains within itself no limiting principle, while the environment in which it is placed is strictly limited.

E. F. [Ernst Friedrich] Schumach

Attitude