Quote by Douglas Adams

If you try and take a cat apart to see how it works, the first thing you have on your hands is a non-working cat.

If you try and take a cat apart to see how it works, the fir

Summary

This quote, often attributed to Douglas Adams, emphasizes the intrinsic complexity and mystery of certain phenomena. It suggests that when we attempt to analyze and dismantle something, we may end up destroying its essence or render it dysfunctional. It serves as a cautionary reminder that some things are best appreciated and understood as a whole, rather than being deconstructed and analyzed to the point of losing their innate nature or purpose.

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