Nature can put on a thrilling show. The stage is vast, the lighting is dramatic, the extras are innumerable, and the budget for special effects is absolutely unlimited.

Yann Martel
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When we hear the phrase "nature can put on a thrilling show," we often think of the great outdoors and the world at large. Some people take this to mean that the human race is a mere pale imitation of the natural world, but that's not how it should be interpreted. Nature is a powerful force, but it's important to remember that humans are not mere puppets. We have agency. We can resist the will of nature and make decisions for ourselves.

Source: Life Of Pi

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