Easy Quote by John Milton
“Th'invention all admir'd, and each, how he to be th'inventor miss'd; so easy it seem'd once found, which yet unfound most would have thought impossible.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: Paradise Lost, Book I, 1667
The desire to invent leads to both awe and frustration, as many inventions seem impossible until discovered.
In simple terms: Invention is both wondrous and elusive.
Key Takeaway
Pursue curiosity despite difficulty.
Themes
science
innovation
human ambition
creativity
Mood
hopeful
determined
Type
inspirational
philosophical
When to use this quote
- research labs
- entrepreneurial ventures
- artistic creation
- educational projects
Key Concepts
philosophy of science
history of technology
epistemology
Questions to Reflect On
- What drives you to invent?
- How do you handle repeated setbacks?
A Different Perspective
Not all inventions succeed; failure is common.
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