Quote by Victor Hugo

The mountains, the forest, and the sea, render men savage; they develop the fierce, but yet do not destroy the human.

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Summary

This quote suggests that natural and wild environments, such as mountains, forests, and seas, can bring out the primitive and untamed side of human nature, making individuals more fierce and aggressive. However, it also acknowledges that despite these intense influences, the fundamental essence of humanity remains intact. In other words, while nature may bring out savage instincts, it does not completely extinguish the innate human characteristics.

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