“The human brain is the most public organ on the face of the earth, open to everything, sending out messages to everything. To be sure, it is hidden away in bone and conducts internal affairs in secrecy, but virtually all the business is the direct result of thinking that has already occurred in other minds.”
Quote by Lewis Thomas
Work
A Long Line of Cells Collected Essays
This book is a compilation of essays that delve into the intricate world of cells, examining their role in biological processes and their importance in the study of life sciences. The essays cover a range of topics, from the fundamental functions of cells to their implications in medical research and evolutionary biology. more
Author
Lewis Thomas
Lewis Thomas was a renowned American physician, writer, and scientist. Born on November 25, 1913, and died on December 3, 1993. He was known for his contributions to medicine and scientific writing, serving as the director of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in New York. more
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