Edward Abbey Quote Analysis

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This quote by Edward Abbey gives a new meaning and value to nature. That speaks to me saying that defending nature is rewarding, and most of all, necessary. Nature is a holy ground, and a place to escape from the world, and experience the world at the same time. Nature needs people to commit themselves in supporting the wilderness. Every time natural disasters happen, Earth tries its best to recover, but sometimes it takes more than that. As witnesses of nature, and living in nature, people must give back to nature. The planet is beautiful and powerful, and requires a great abundance of care and respect. Looking back at this quote, I think of the truth behind it, because there really is a reality in this scenario. Looking at the pollution and

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