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Fields Quotes by Gian-Carlo Rota
- Every lecture should state one main point and repeat it over and over, like a theme with variations. An audience is like a herd of…
- The apex of mathematical achievement occurs when two or more fields which were thought to be entirely unrelated turn out to be closely intertwined. Mathematicians…
- Every field has its taboos. In algebraic geometry the taboos are (1) writing a draft that can be followed by anyone but two or three…
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- To me, the big thing in being a successful team is repetition of what you're doing, either by word of mouth, blackboard,… — Vince Lombardi
- Hades raised an eyebrow. When he sat forward in his throne, shadowy faces appeared in the folds of his black robes, faces… — Rick Riordan
- On the field, blacks have been able to be super giants. But, once our playing days are over, this is the end… — Hank Aaron
- One should hallow all that one does in one's natural life. One eats in holiness, tastes the taste of food in holiness,… — Martin Buber
- On the afternoon of October 19, 1899, I climbed a tall cherry tree and, armed with a saw which I still have,… — Dr Robert H Goddard
- Almost every day, instead of going to school, I made for the fields, where I spent my day. — John James Audubon
- When soldiers have been baptized in the fire of a battle-field, they have all one rank in my eyes. — Napoleon Bonaparte
- My motto was always to keep swinging. Whether I was in a slump or feeling badly or having trouble off the field,… — Hank Aaron