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“We explore because we are curious, not because we wish to develop grand views of reality or better widgets.”

Book:The Quantum Universe: (and Why Anything That Can Happen, Does)

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The Quantum Universe: (and Why Anything That Can Happen, Does)

This book delves into the complex world of quantum mechanics, explaining its core concepts and their role in shaping the cosmos. It investigates the peculiarities of quantum phenomena and their relevance to everyday life, offering insights into the nature of reality and the fundamental laws governing the universe. more

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Brian Cox

Brian Cox is a renowned British physicist known for his contributions to particle physics and cosmology. Born on March 3, 1968, he has been a senior lecturer at the University of Manchester's School of Physics and Astronomy since 1991. Dr. Cox has made significant contributions to both experimental and theoretical particle physics, particularly in the context of the Large Hadron Collider (LHC). His research focuses on seeking new physical phenomena beyond the Standard Model. more

“Where's Magnus?" he said. AS he looked toward the kitchen, Clary saw a bruise on his jaw, below his ear, about the size of a thumbprint. "Alec!" Magnus came skidding into the living room and blew a kiss to his boyfriend across the room. Having discarded his slippers, he was barefoot now. His cat's eyes shone as he looked at Alec.”

Said Eye Rooms Saws Kissing Cat Ears Size Kitchen Living Room Bruises Discarded Barefoot Slippers Thumbprints

Book:Cassandra Clare: The Mortal Instruments Series (5 books): City of Bones; City of Ashes; City of Glass; City of Fallen Angels, City of Lost Souls

Source: Cassandra Clare: The Mortal Instruments Series (5 books): City of Bones; City of Ashes; City of Glass; City of Fallen Angels, City of Lost Souls

“Unforgiveness denies the victim the possibility of parole and leaves them stuck in the prison of what was, incarcerating them in their trauma and relinquishing the chance to escape beyond the pain.”

Pain Chance Possibility Victim Prison Deny Trauma Stuck Parole Relinquishing

Book:Let It Go: Forgive So You Can Be Forgiven

Source: Let It Go: Forgive So You Can Be Forgiven

“To a commonplace man of limited intellect, for instance, nothing is simpler than to imagine himself an original character, and to revel in that belief without the slightest misgiving.”

Men Character Belief Imagine Originals Intellect Instance Commonplace Misgivings

Book:The Idiot (English German edition illustrated): Der Idiot (Englisch Deutsch ausgabe illustriert)

Source: The Idiot (English German edition illustrated): Der Idiot (Englisch Deutsch ausgabe illustriert)

“We must never forget that human motives are generally far more complicated than we are apt to suppose, and that we can very rarely accurately describe the motives of another.”

Humans Forget Complicated Motive Never Forget

Author:Fyodor Dostoevsky

“It is better to be unhappy and know the worst, than to be happy in a fool's paradise.”