Day life Quote by Arthur C. Clarke
“I doubt if there is a single field of study so theoretical, so remote from what is laughingly called everyday life, that it may not one day produce something that will shake the world.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: “The Future of Science”, 1970
Even the most abstract research can eventually produce world‑changing breakthroughs.
In simple terms: Theory can become practical impact.
Value theoretical work.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- technology development
- policy making
- education reform
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What seemingly useless study could become vital?
- How do we balance theory and practicality?
Not all theory leads to application; timing matters.