Maxioms by Arthur C. Clarke
If an elderly but distinguished scientist says that something is possible, he is almost certainly right; but if he says read more
If an elderly but distinguished scientist says that something is possible, he is almost certainly right; but if he says that it is impossible, he is very probably wrong.
Every revolutionary idea seems to evoke three stages of reaction. They may be summed up by the phrases: 1- It's read more
Every revolutionary idea seems to evoke three stages of reaction. They may be summed up by the phrases: 1- It's completely impossible. 2- It's possible, but it's not worth doing. 3- I said it was a good idea all along.
Human judges can show mercy. But against the laws of nature, there is no appeal.
Human judges can show mercy. But against the laws of nature, there is no appeal.
The greatest tragedy in mankind's entire history may be the hijacking of morality by religion.
The greatest tragedy in mankind's entire history may be the hijacking of morality by religion.
The best measure of a man's honesty isn't his income tax return. It's the zero adjust on his bathroom scale.
The best measure of a man's honesty isn't his income tax return. It's the zero adjust on his bathroom scale.
