Wilderness is not a luxury but a necessity of the human spirit. - Edward Abbey
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Wilderness is not a luxury but a necessity of the human spirit.
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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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