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Margaret Mead Quotes

Biography: Margaret Mead is renowned for her pioneering work in cultural anthropo... more Biography: Margaret Mead is renowned for her pioneering work in cultural anthropology. Born in 1901, she conducted extensive fieldwork in Samoa and New Guinea, challenging Western perceptions of gender and sexuality. Her influential books, like "Coming of Age in Samoa," opened up new discussions on cultural relativism and human development. less
"Mercy to animals means mercy to mankind""We won't have a society if we destroy the environment.""It is easier to change a man's religion than to change his diet.""Having someone wonder where you are when you don't come home at night is a very old human need.""I learned the value of hard work by working hard.""Children must be taught how to think, not what to think.""I was wise enough to never grow up while fooling most people into believing I had.""Always remember that you are absolutely unique. Just like everyone else.""Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it's the only thing that ever has."
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