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“Today the function of the artist is to bring imagination to science and science to imagination, where they meet, in the myth.” quote by Cyril Connolly
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“Today the function of the artist is to bring imagination to science and science to imagination, where they meet, in the myth.”

Cyril Connolly

About This Quote

Art and science should merge, creating myths that blend imagination with empirical truth.

In simple terms: Combine art and science for new myths.

Key Takeaway

Encourage interdisciplinary creativity.

Themes

creativity interdisciplinary mythmaking

Mood

inspirational optimistic

Type

philosophical visionary

When to use this quote

  • research projects
  • educational curricula
  • media production

Key Concepts

art science imagination

Questions to Reflect On

  • What myth could arise from this blend?
  • How can you foster such collaboration?
A Different Perspective

Merging fields can dilute expertise.

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