It was the Law of the Sea, they said. Civilization ends at the waterline. Beyond that, we all enter the food chain, and not always right at the top.

Summary

This quote highlights the concept of the Law of the Sea, suggesting that once we venture beyond the shoreline, we become subject to the harsh realities of nature's food chain. It implies that civilization and its constructs lose their significance, and humans are reminded of their vulnerability in the face of the natural world. The quote emphasizes that humans do not always occupy the highest position in the food chain and can instead become prey to other creatures in this wild environment.

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