America in particular imposes an horrendous burden on the world. We have this wonderful standard of living but it comes at enormous cost.

Destroying rainforest for economic gain is like burning a Renaissance painting to cook a meal.

Genius is the summed production of the many with the names of the few attached for easy recall.

Look closely at nature. Every species is a masterpiece, exquisitely adapted to the particular environment in which it has survived. Who are we to destroy or even diminish biodiversity?

If religion and science could be united on the common ground of biological conservation, the problem would be soon solved. If there is any moral precept shared by people of all beliefs, it is that we owe ourselves and future generations a beautiful, rich, and healthful environment.

Human nature is deeper and broader than the artificial contrivance of any existing culture.

To be anthropocentric is to remain unaware of the limits of human nature, the significance of biological processes underlying human behavior, and the deeper meaning of long-term genetic evolution.