"The definition of a limit is essentially his [Cauchy's] creation and is as much of a miracle as those fantastic Swiss clocks of the period in which hundreds of gleaming cogs are made to celebrate not only the time and date but the phases of the moon."

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Source : David Berlinski (2011). “A Tour of the Calculus”, p.119, Vintage

David Berlinski

#Moon Quotes #Miracle Quotes #Limits Quotes

“There seldom is enmity between seasoned old politicians, who know as much as men can of human weakness and human strength.”
“We must ask why apparently general musical abilities should be restricted to a chosen few in societies supposed to be culturally more advanced. Does cultural development represent a real advance in human sensitivity, or is it chiefly a diversion for elites and a weapon of class exploitation?”

Source : John Blacking (1974). “How Musical is Man?”, p.4, University of Washington Press
“Deaf people are struggling to find their favorite show or something that represents them. It's hard. There are some examples of shows that have a deaf storyline in one episode, like Cold Case, or another show where they are focusing on the cochlear implant or the medical aspect.”
“Why should you take by force that from us that which you can have by Love? Why should you destroy us, who have provided you with food What can you get by war?”

Source : Address to Captain John Smith, delivered in 1609
“The walk-in privilege, to walk into the Oval Office and have a conversation with the president, is not something that everybody gets.”
“My fans are amazing and super loyal.”

Source : "Biography/Personal Quotes". www.imdb.com.
“For hardly any man dances when sober, unless he is insane. Nor does he dance while alone, nor at a respectable and moderate party. Dancing is the final phase of a wild party with fancy decorations and a multitude of delights.”
“Do not be depressed. Do not let your weakness make you impatient. Instead, let the serenity of your spirit shine through your face. Let the joy of your mind burst forth.”

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