Edward Abbey, Desert Solitaire, "Water", p. 114 (1968).
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Growth for the sake of growth is a cancerous madness.
— Edward Abbey on Growth
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About Edward Abbey
Edward Paul Abbey (29 January 1927 – 14 March 1989) was an American writer noted for his advocacy of environmental issues and criticism of public land policies.
About Edward Abbey
Edward Paul Abbey (29 January 1927 – 14 March 1989) was an American writer noted for his advocacy of environmental issues and criticism of public land policies.
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