E. F. [Ernst Friedrich] Schumach Quotes

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

E. F. Schumacher (1911-1977) was a 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 development and the importance of human-scale technologies. Schumacher believed in the need for an economic system that prioritized human well-being over material wealth and growth. He emphasized the significance of local economies, appropriate technology, and environmental sustainability. Schumacher's ideas continue to inspire and shape discussions on alternative economic models and sustainable development.

Call a thing immoral or ugly, soul-destroying or a degradati

Call a thing immoral or ugly, soul-destroying or a degradation of man, a peril to the peace of the world or to the well-being of future generations; as long as you have not shown it to be uneconomic you have not really questioned its right to exist, grow, and prosper.

E. F. [Ernst Friedrich] Schumach

Economics