It would seem from this fact, that man is naturally a wild animal, and that when taken from the woods, he is never happy in his natural state, 'till he returns to them again.

Benjamin Rush
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It may be true that man is naturally a wild animal, but that does not mean that he must forever remain one. If we are to live in harmony with each other, we must learn how to live in harmony with ourselves.

Source: A Memorial Containing Travels Through Life Or Sundry Incidents In The Life Of Dr Benjamin Rush

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