Quote by Gary Snyder

In Western Civilization, our elders are books.

In Western Civilization, our elders are books.

Summary

This quote suggests that the traditional sources of wisdom and knowledge in western society come from books, rather than solely relying on revered individuals or elders. It implies that books are highly valued as repositories of accumulated human experiences, ideas, and knowledge that generations can learn from. By viewing books as sources of guidance and wisdom, the quote highlights the importance of reading and learning from written texts to understand and appreciate the heritage and wisdom of Western Civilization.

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