Quote by Thomas Carlyle

Man is a tool-using Animal.... Nowhere do you find him without tools; without tools he is nothing, with tools he is all.

Man is a tool-using Animal.... Nowhere do you find him witho

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This quote emphasizes the significance of tools in defining humanity. It suggests that the distinguishing trait of humans is their ability to use tools. Without tools, humans are portrayed as being insignificant or powerless. However, with the aid of tools, humans are capable of achieving great things and exhibiting their full potential. The quote suggests that tools are integral to human evolution and progress, highlighting their fundamental role in shaping the nature and capabilities of mankind.

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