Quote by Barbara Kingsolver

I've always seen the world through the eyes of a scientist. I love the predictable outcomes that science gives us, the control over the world that that can render.

I've always seen the world through the eyes of a scientist.

Summary

This quote reflects the perspective of someone who values science and its ability to provide predictable outcomes and a sense of control over the world. The person sees the world through a scientific lens, appreciating the order and understanding that comes from scientific principles. It suggests a preference for rationality and logical explanations, and an admiration for the power and influence that science offers in unraveling the mysteries of the world.

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Science

By Barbara Kingsolver

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