Quote by Marcus V. Pollio

Perhaps, to the uninformed, it may appear unaccountable that a man should be able to retain in his memory such a variety of learning but the close alliance with each other, of the different branches of science, will explain the difficulty.

Perhaps, to the uninformed, it may appear unaccountable that

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This quote suggests that it may be perplexing to some why a person would be capable of retaining a vast amount of knowledge. However, the quote argues that this ability is not as mysterious as it seems. It highlights the interconnectedness and strong relationship between various areas of study or science. The implication is that when different branches of knowledge are closely aligned, it becomes easier to comprehend and remember a diverse range of information.

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