Quote by Edward Abbey, Desert Solitaire

We are preoccupied with time. If we could learn to love space as deeply as we are now obsessed with time, we might discover a new meaning in the phrase to live like men.

We are preoccupied with time. If we could learn to love spac

Summary

This quote suggests that humanity's obsession with time often overlooks the significance of space. It implies that if we were able to appreciate and value space as much as we prioritize time, we could find a new and profound understanding of what it means to truly live. By shifting our focus from the constraints of time to the possibilities of space, we could potentially experience a more fulfilling and enriched existence.

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By Edward Abbey, Desert Solitaire

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