...Nature-the word that stands for the baffling mysteries of the Universe. Steadily, unflinchingly, we strive to pierce the inmost heart of Nature, from what she is to reconstruct what she has been, and to prophesy what she yet shall be. Veil after veil we have lifted, and her face grows more beautiful, august, and wonderful, with every barrier that is withdrawn.
Interpretation
The quote expresses humanity's persistent quest to understand the mysteries of nature, revealing its beauty with each discovery.
William Crookes reflects on the relentless human pursuit to understand nature and the universe. He suggests that as we gradually unveil the layers of nature's mysteries, we not only gain knowledge but also appreciate its inherent beauty and majesty, indicating that with every discovery, nature becomes even more glorious and complex.
In practice
This quote can be used in a speech about environmental science to inspire respect for nature.
To stop short in any research that bids fair to widen the gates of knowledge, to recoil from fear of difficulty or adverse criticism, is to bring reproach on science. There is nothing for the investigator to do but go straight on, 'to explore up and down, inch by inch, with the taper his reason;' to follow the light wherever it may lead, even should it at times resemble a will-o'-the-wisp.
At one time in the world there were woods that no one owned
The preciousness of life and the changes of weather and the beauty of seasons - all those things have always sort of dazzled me.
When April winds_x000D_ Grew soft, the maple burst into a flush_x000D_ Of scarlet flowers. The tulip tree, high up,_x000D_ Opened in airs of June her multitude_x000D_ Of golden chalices to humming-birds_x000D_ And silken-wing'd insects of the sky.
An intense copper calm, like a universal yellow lotus, was more and more unfolding its noiseless measureless leaves upon the sea.
Lord I do fear / Thou'st made the world too beautiful this year.
Give me strength to walk the soft earth, a relative to all that is.
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