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Brief author info: Maria Mitchell (1818-1889) American astronomer First U.S. female astronomer; discovered new comet (1847); first female member of American Academy of Arts and Sciences.

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When we are chafed and fretted by small cares, a look at the stars will show us the littleness of our own interests.

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We especially need imagination in science. It is not all mathematics, nor all logic, but it is somewhat beauty and poetry.

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The phrase "popular science" has in itself a touch of absurdity. That knowledge which is popular is not scientific.

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Positive Quote

People only see what they are prepared to see.

- Ralph Waldo Emerson

Life Quote

My mission in life is not merely to survive, but to thrive; and to do so with some passion, some compassion, some humor, and some style.

- Maya Angelou

Life Quote

I always like to look on the optimistic side of life, but I am realistic enough to know that life is a complex matter.

- Walt Disney

Change Quote

If you don't like something, change it. If you can't change it, change your attitude. Don't complain.

- Maya Angelou

Love Quote

I'm not afraid of death; I just don't want to be there when it happens.

- Woody Allen

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