Could we have entered into the mind of Sir Isaac Newton, and have traced all the steps by which he produced his great works, we might see nothing very extraordinary in the process.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Suggests genius is not magic but a series of understandable steps.
- In plain terms
- Great work is made of normal steps, not magic.
- What can you take from it?
- Break down complex work into learnable steps.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do you learn?
- What makes work great?
Another view
It may downplay innate talent or inspiration.
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