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Quote by Norton Juster

“...it's just as bad to live in a place where what you do see isn't there as it is to live in one where what you don't see is.”

Book:The phantom tollbooth

Work

The phantom tollbooth

In this classic children's book, Milo, a bored and uninterested boy, is transported into a magical realm where he encounters various characters and challenges. The story combines elements of fantasy, humor, and intellectual exploration, encouraging readers to think critically and enjoy the beauty of language and imagination. more

Author

Norton Juster

Norton Juster is an American author renowned for his children's literature. His most famous work, 'Charlotte's Web,' has been a beloved classic since its publication in 1952. Beyond children's literature, Juster has also ventured into adult fiction and poetry. more

“Neil Armstrong was no Christopher Columbus. In most respects, he was better. Unlike the famous fifteenth century seafarer, Armstrong knew where he landed. He also spent his time in public service, not in jail, and his passing was marked by world-wide encomiums. He ended his days as a celebrated explorer rather than a royal inconvenience.”

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Author:Seth Shostak

“The history taught in our schools is scandalous. We grew up believing that Columbus actually discovered America. We still celebrate Columbus Day. Columbus was after one thing only - gold.”

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Author:Woody Harrelson

“Most of the time, communication gets confused with conversation. In fact, the two are distinctly different.”

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Book:Wings of Fire: An Autobiography

Source: Wings of Fire: An Autobiography

“I actually think being an entrepreneur is a state of mind. If you're going to be an entrepreneur, my thesis is that you have to sacrifice everything for some period in your life to be successful. You have to be myopic and completely focused and unbalanced in every way. Once you've achieved success, you're free to do whatever you like.”