This is what we can promise the future: a legacy of care. That we will be good stewards and not take too much or give back too little, that we will recognize wild nature for what it is, in all its magnificent and complex history - an unfathomable wealth that should be consciously saved, not ruthlessly spent. Privilege is what we inherit by our status as Homo sapiens living on this planet.
"This is what we can promise the future: a legacy of care." Williams emphasizes the importance of being responsible stewards of the environment, ensuring that natural resources are preserved rather than exploited. She advocates for respecting wild nature in its complexity and vast history, highlighting the need to consciously conserve this richness for future generations.
"Privilege is what we inherit by our status as Homo sapiens living on this planet." The author reflects on the inherent privilege humans have, urging us to recognize our role in safeguarding the earth's ecosystems. We should value and protect nature's wealth, understanding that our well-being is intertwined with the health of the planet.
