Quote by Theodore Roosevelt

Leave it as it is. The ages have been at work on it and man can only mar it.

Leave it as it is. The ages have been at work on it and man

Summary

This quote implies that there is a natural beauty or perfection inherent in something, possibly referring to a work of art or the natural world. The idea is that time and nature have contributed to its creation and any human intervention can only detract from its originality or splendor. It suggests the need to respect the inherent value and uniqueness of things, and not try to improve or change that which is already perfect in its own way.

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