Quote by Susan Orlean

There will always be vain, obsessive people who want to own rare and extraordinary things whatever the cost there will always be people for whom owning beautiful, dangerous animals brings a sense of power and magic.

There will always be vain, obsessive people who want to own

Summary

This quote suggests that no matter the cost or potential risks, there will always be individuals who are driven by vanity and obsession to possess rare and extraordinary items. Additionally, there will always be people who find a sense of power and enchantment in owning beautiful and perilous creatures. Despite potential consequences, these desires persist in some individuals, highlighting the enduring nature of these motivations.

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By Susan Orlean

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