Quote by Diane Ackerman

Who would deduce the dragonfly from the larva, the iris from the bud, the lawyer from the infant? ...We are all shape-shifters and magical reinventors. Life is really a plural noun, a caravan of selves.

Who would deduce the dragonfly from the larva, the iris from

Summary

This quote suggests that it is impossible to predict or fully understand the transformations and growth that occur in life. It challenges the idea that we can accurately determine someone's future based on their current state or appearance. By comparing various stages of development, such as a larva becoming a dragonfly or an infant turning into a lawyer, the quote highlights our ability to constantly change and reinvent ourselves. It ultimately emphasizes the diverse and evolving nature of life, portraying it as a collection of multiple identities.

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By Diane Ackerman

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