Quote by Michael Crichton, Speech, 2003

The notion that the natural world obeys its own rules and doesn't give a damn about your expectations comes as a massive shock... it will demand that you adapt to it

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This quote emphasizes the unpredictability and indifference of the natural world towards human expectations. It suggests that nature operates on its own set of rules and forces individuals to adjust and conform to its ways. The quote implies that nature's inherent power and resilience can be both shocking and humbling, requiring humans to recognize its superiority and adapt accordingly in order to thrive and coexist harmoniously with the natural environment.

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By Michael Crichton, Speech, 2003

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