Quote by Henry David Thoreau

It is in vain to dream of a wildness distant from ourselves.

It is in vain to dream of a wildness distant from ourselves.

Summary

This quote suggests that there is no point in fantasizing about an untamed and untouchable version of nature that is beyond our reach. It implies that a profound connection to the wild can only be found within ourselves. We are inherently connected to nature and its wildness, and seeking it outside of ourselves is futile. Instead, we should acknowledge and embrace our own wildness, recognizing that it is an integral part of who we are as human beings.

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By Henry David Thoreau

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