Quote by Joshua Lederberg

I did get a very fine education, and not just in science. It took some pressure on the part of my elders to convince me that I really should take an interest in humanities.

I did get a very fine education, and not just in science. It

Summary

In this quote, the speaker acknowledges that they have received a comprehensive and high-quality education, not solely focused on science. However, they admit that initially, they required some encouragement from their elders to develop an interest in humanities subjects. The quote reveals the importance of guidance and support in broadening one's academic horizons and highlights how the speaker's perspective changed when they recognized the value of a well-rounded education encompassing both scientific and humanistic disciplines.

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Education

By Joshua Lederberg

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