"The more clearly we can focus our attention on the wonders and realities of the universe about us, the less taste we shall have for destruction."

"The most serious threat to mankind comes from within, from our own arrogance and ignorance."

"The 'control of nature' is a phrase conceived in arrogance, born of the Neanderthal age of biology and philosophy, when it was supposed that nature exists for the convenience of man."

"The public is largely unaware of the true nature of the problem, and that is why I felt compelled to write this book."

"The chemical industry's response to my book is exactly what I expected: a campaign of misinformation and personal attacks."