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In science one tries to tell people, in such a way as to be understood by everyone, something that no one ever knew befo
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"In science one tries to tell people, in such a way as to be understood by everyone, something that no one ever knew before. But in poetry, it's the exact opposite"

- Paul Dirac

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This quote by Paul Dirac speaks with the differences in between science and poetry. In science, the goal is to interact something brand-new and unidentified to the public in a manner that is easy to understand. This is done through research and experimentation, and the results are shown the world. On the other hand, poetry is the specific reverse. Poetry is a form of expression that is meant to evoke feeling and understanding from the reader. It is not suggested to be a source of new info, however rather a way to express feelings and ideas in an innovative and significant way. Dirac's quote highlights the distinctions between science and poetry, and how each serves a different purpose. Science is meant to inform and educate, while poetry is implied to inspire and move.

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United Kingdom Flag This quote is written / told by Paul Dirac between August 8, 1902 and October 20, 1984. He/she was a famous Physicist from United Kingdom. The author also have 9 other quotes.

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