“One reason why mathematics enjoys special esteem, above all other sciences, is that its propositions are absolutely certain and indisputable, while those of all other sciences are to some extent debatable and in constant danger of being overthrown by newly discovered facts.”
Albert Einstein
Ideas and Opinions (Primary source)
This book is a collection of essays, speeches, and reflections by Albert Einstein, offering insights into his views on science, philosophy, politics, religion, and society.
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“One thing I have learned in a long life: that all our science, measured against reality, is primitive and childlike—and yet it is the most precious thing we have.”
— Albert Einstein Primary source“Imagination is more important than knowledge.”
— Albert Einstein Secondary source“Education is that which remains, if one has forgotten everything he learned in school.”
— Albert Einstein Primary source“I have no special talents. I am only passionately curious.”
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“Anger is never without a reason, but seldom with a good one.”
— Benjamin Franklin Primary source“There is a joy in danger.”
— Napoleon Bonaparte Disputed“The only way to have a friend is to be one.”
— Ralph Waldo Emerson Primary source“The questioners had that beautiful detachment and devotion to stern justice of men dealing in death without being in any danger of it.”
— Ernest Hemingway Primary source