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Life is a Miracle, an Essay Against Modern Superstition
an Essay Against Modern Superstition
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Wendell Berry's "Life is a Miracle" is a powerful essay that critiques the modern tendency to view the world through a purely scientific lens.
Berry argues for a more holistic understanding of life, emphasizing the interconnectedness of all living things and the importance of respecting the natural world.
He contrasts the mechanistic view of machines with the organic nature of living creatures, highlighting the unique responsibilities and capabilities of humans.
The essay challenges the notion of technological progress as an unmitigated good, urging readers to consider the ethical and ecological implications of our actions.
Berry's work is a call for a more mindful and responsible approach to life, emphasizing the inherent value of the natural world and the importance of human connection to it.
Berry argues for a more holistic understanding of life, emphasizing the interconnectedness of all living things and the importance of respecting the natural world.
He contrasts the mechanistic view of machines with the organic nature of living creatures, highlighting the unique responsibilities and capabilities of humans.
The essay challenges the notion of technological progress as an unmitigated good, urging readers to consider the ethical and ecological implications of our actions.
Berry's work is a call for a more mindful and responsible approach to life, emphasizing the inherent value of the natural world and the importance of human connection to it.
