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So let us raise a cheer ... for the insatiable spirit of…

“So let us raise a cheer ... for the insatiable spirit of Man eager for all new things! What a tale could have been written by that far off man who first saw a tree trunk roll and made a wheel and cart and harnessed in his mare and cracked his whip and drove away to disappear beyond the hill! Or…” quote by Cecil Arthur Lewis
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“So let us raise a cheer ... for the insatiable spirit of Man eager for all new things! What a tale could have been written by that far off man who first saw a tree trunk roll and made a wheel and cart and harnessed in his mare and cracked his whip and drove away to disappear beyond the hill! Or that first man who made a boat and raised a sail and disappeared hull down to unknown shores!”

Cecil Arthur Lewis

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

The poem celebrates humanity's relentless curiosity and pioneering spirit, urging admiration for those who explore unknown frontiers.

In simple terms: Human curiosity drives progress and exploration.

Key Takeaway

Celebrate and nurture curiosity.

Themes

exploration innovation human spirit adventure progress

Mood

hopeful inspirational determined

Type

inspirational philosophical

When to use this quote

  • space exploration
  • technological development
  • personal growth
  • education initiatives

Key Concepts

philosophy of progress history of invention human nature

Questions to Reflect On

  • What new frontiers should we explore responsibly?
  • How does curiosity shape your life?
A Different Perspective

Overemphasis on conquest can ignore ethical considerations and environmental impact.

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