Quote by Margaret Atwood

The Eskimos had fifty-two names for snow because it was important to them: there ought to be as many for love.

The Eskimos had fifty-two names for snow because it was impo

Summary

This quote by author Margaret Atwood suggests that just as snow was significant to the Eskimo culture, love holds an equal importance in the lives of individuals. The mention of fifty-two names for snow highlights how crucial and diverse this natural element was to the Eskimos. By drawing this parallel, Atwood implies that love, being an essential aspect of human existence, should be recognized and celebrated in a similarly diverse and complex manner. It emphasizes the significance of love in our lives and the need to appreciate its various forms and manifestations.

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By Margaret Atwood

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