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“Faced with an exciting question, science tended to provide the dullest possible answer. Ions might charge the air but they fell flat when it came to charging the imagination - my imagination, anyway.” quote by David Sedaris
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“Faced with an exciting question, science tended to provide the dullest possible answer. Ions might charge the air but they fell flat when it came to charging the imagination - my imagination, anyway.”

David Sedaris

About This Quote

Source Interview: The New Yorker, David Sedaris, 2010

Science sometimes gives technically correct but uninspiring answers, failing to spark imagination.

In simple terms: Science can be boring despite accurate facts.

Key Takeaway

Seek wonder beyond facts.

Themes

creativity science communication

Mood

inspirational reflective

Type

educational philosophical

When to use this quote

  • teaching
  • public talks
  • science writing

Key Concepts

imagination public engagement

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can scientists make findings more captivating?
  • What role does imagination play in discovery?
A Different Perspective

Not all scientific explanations are dull; presentation matters.

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