Quote by Edward Abbey

For myself I hold no preferences among flowers, so long as they are wild, free, spontaneous. Bricks to all greenhouses! Black thumb and cutworm to the potted plant!


For myself I hold no preferences among flowers, so long as t

Summary

In this quote, the author expresses their appreciation for wild and untamed flowers over cultivated ones. They reject the idea of controlled environments and artificial beauty represented by greenhouses and potted plants. The phrase "bricks to all greenhouses" symbolizes their disdain for structured and controlled nature. Their preference lies in the natural and unconfined beauty of wild flowers, embracing their spontaneity and freedom. The mention of a "black thumb" and "cutworm" implies a disregard for delicate and cultivated plants, highlighting the author's admiration for the untamed beauty found in nature.

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Nature
By Edward Abbey
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