Quote by Barbara Kingsolver

I suppose that is my central obsession. What we owe to society, what we owe to ourselves.

I suppose that is my central obsession. What we owe to socie

Summary

This quote expresses the speaker's fascination with the concept of responsibility. They are intrigued by the obligations and duties we have towards society as well as towards ourselves. It implies a deep contemplation of the moral and ethical dimensions of individual actions and how they can impact both the collective and personal well-being. The quote suggests that the speaker is driven to understand and perhaps strike a balance between fulfilling societal obligations and nurturing their own personal growth and fulfillment.

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Society

By Barbara Kingsolver

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