Quote by Don Marquis

what man calls civilizationalways results in desertsman is never on the squarehe uses up the fat and greenery of the eartheach generation wastes a little moreof the future with greed and lust for riches

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Summary

This quote reflects a critical perspective on civilization and human behavior. It suggests that what people perceive as progress and advancement often leads to negative consequences, symbolized by the term "deserts." The quote implies that mankind's actions are typically not fair or ethical ("man is never on the square") and that civilization depletes Earth's resources, represented by the "fat and greenery of the earth." Moreover, it highlights the ongoing pattern of each generation further degrading the future through their excessive greed and obsession with wealth.

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