Felt Quote by Mary Leakey
“I never felt interpretation was my job.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: BBC documentary, 1973
Interpretation of data is not the primary role of a scientist; observation precedes analysis.
In simple terms: Scientists should first observe.
Focus on observation first.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- fieldwork
- lab research
- archaeology
- anthropology
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we guard against premature conclusions?
- What practices ensure accurate observation?
Over‑interpretation can bias results.