Quote by Paul Nurse

I met my wife Anne who was a sociology student, and her influence together with activities associated with the student movement of the time opened up my interests amongst other things into the theatre, art, music, politics and philosophy.

I met my wife Anne who was a sociology student, and her infl

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This quote expresses how meeting the speaker's wife Anne, who was studying sociology, had a significant impact on their life. Anne's influence, combined with their involvement in the student movement of that period, sparked a range of new interests for the speaker. This included exploring theatre, art, music, politics, and philosophy. The quote highlights how personal relationships and the social environment can often play a pivotal role in shaping an individual's values, pursuits, and trajectory in life.

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By Paul Nurse

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