Quote by Richard Feynman

Is no one inspired by our present picture of the universe? Our poets do not write about it; our artists do not try to portray this remarkable thing. The value of science remains unsung by singers: you are reduced to hearing not a song or poem, but an evening lecture about it. This is not yet a scientific age.

Is no one inspired by our present picture of the universe? O

Summary

In this quote, the author laments the lack of inspiration and artistic representation in relation to the wonders of the universe. They observe that poets do not write about it, artists do not attempt to depict it, and scientists' work goes unnoticed by singers. The author suggests that the present era is not truly scientific as people are not sufficiently captivated by the immense beauty and knowledge that science offers. They highlight the importance of unlocking the creative potential in celebrating and conveying the marvels of the universe through various art forms.

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