Quote by James Sanborn

When I accepted the commission, I had something of an epiphany in the research I did about the agency, actually the science of espionage. I realized there is a connection between the sciences and the invisible forces of man.

When I accepted the commission, I had something of an epipha

Summary

This quote implies that when the speaker took on a task or responsibility, they had a profound realization during their research about the agency or espionage. This realization pertains to a connection between the sciences, particularly the study of invisible forces, and the actions or abilities of human beings. It suggests that there is a correlation between scientific knowledge and the deceptive or secretive nature of espionage activities.

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Science Man Force Espionage

By James Sanborn

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