"After the navy, I transferred to Harvard and finished there. I was there the spring term of 1951 and I stayed through the summer term and a whole other year, so I was able to do two years in a little less than a year and a half"

Harry Mathews' quote talks to his commitment and ambition to pursue higher education. After serving in the navy, he transferred to Harvard and had the ability to finish two years of research study in a little less than a year and a half. This shows his dedication to his research studies and his ability to make the most of his time. It also shows that he had the ability to make the most of the opportunities readily available to him and make the most of them. His quote is a testament to the power of hard work and devotion, and functions as a motivation to those who are looking to pursue their dreams.