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Experimenting Quote by Walter de la Mare

“Science, I am told, is making great strides, experimenting, groping after things which no sane man has ever dreamed of before – without being burned alive for it.” quote by Walter de la Mare
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““Science, I am told, is making great strides, experimenting, groping after things which no sane man has ever dreamed of before – without being burned alive for it.””

Walter de la Mare

About This Quote

Source Poem: “Science” (1925)

Scientific pursuit pushes boundaries despite risks and unknowns

In simple terms: Science advances through daring experiments

Key Takeaway

Embrace bold experimentation

Themes

exploration risk innovation

Mood

cautious optimistic

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • research labs
  • space missions
  • medical trials

Key Concepts

experimental methodology philosophical inquiry

Questions to Reflect On

  • What safeguards are needed for risky research?
  • How do we balance curiosity with safety?
A Different Perspective

Uncontrolled experimentation can cause harm

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