William Kirby Quotes

A collection of quotes by William Kirby.

William Kirby (1759-1850) was an English entomologist and clergyman known for his significant contributions to the study of insects, particularly beetles. He authored several important works on entomology, including "Monographia Apum Angliae," a comprehensive study on British bees. Kirby's research and expertise in the field earned him recognition as one of the pioneering entomologists of his time. Additionally, he served as a clergyman, working as a rector in various parishes throughout his life.

There is no question that Taiwan is a state in any political

There is no question that Taiwan is a state in any political science definition of a state.

William Kirby

Science

The PRC is the big brother in this relationship, and it has

The PRC is the big brother in this relationship, and it has the capacity to be generous to Taiwan on this issue in a manner that might do much to defuse that issue internally in Taiwan.

William Kirby

Relationship

Harvard is first and foremost a university and not a consult

Harvard is first and foremost a university and not a consulting operation, and our job here is to teach and to research and to create knowledge on Asia in conjunction and in cooperation with scholars as well as with political, intellectual, and cultural leaders in Asia.

William Kirby

Knowledge