Accounts Quote by Charles Kingsley
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“[The] great fairy Science, who is likely to be queen of all the fairies for many a year to come, can only do you good, and never do you harm...”
About This Quote
Source Poem: "The Fairy Science" from "The Water-Babies", 1863
Science, personified as a benevolent fairy, offers only benefits and never harms.
In simple terms: Science is portrayed as a helpful, harmless fairy.
Key Takeaway
Embrace scientific inquiry for its positive impact.
Themes
knowledge
progress
optimism
Mood
hopeful
cautious
Type
inspirational
cautionary
When to use this quote
- education reform
- public health campaigns
- technology adoption
- environmental policy
Key Concepts
science as a guiding force
mythic metaphor
Questions to Reflect On
- What safeguards ensure science benefits all?
- How can we balance optimism with caution?
A Different Perspective
Science can be misused, causing harm despite good intentions.
