Lewis Mumford's Quotes
A certain amount of opposition is a great help to a man. Kites rise against, not with, the wind.
Lewis MumfordTo curb the machine and limit art to handicraft is a denial of opportunity.
Lewis MumfordHowever far modern science and techniques have fallen short of their inherent possibilities, they have taught mankind at least one lesson; nothing is impossible.
Lewis MumfordThe way people in democracies think of the government as something different from themselves is a real handicap. And, of course, sometimes the government confirms their opinion.
Lewis MumfordOne of the functions of intelligence is to take account of the dangers that come from trusting solely to the intelligence.
Lewis MumfordRestore human legs as a means of travel. Pedestrians rely on food for fuel and need no special parking facilities.
Lewis MumfordOur national flower is the concrete cloverleaf.
Lewis MumfordA man of courage never needs weapons, but he may need bail.
Lewis Mumford