Men become wise just as they become rich, more by what they save than by what they receive.
Wilbur WrightRead
I am an enthusiast, but not a crank in the sense that I have some pet theories as to the proper construction of a flying machine. I wish to avail myself of all that is already known and then, if possible, add my mite to help on the future worker who will attain final success.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote emphasizes the importance of building upon existing knowledge to achieve future success.
Wilbur Wright expresses his enthusiasm for aviation while acknowledging that he does not solely rely on personal theories. Instead, he advocates for utilizing established knowledge in the field of flight, with the hope of contributing to future advancements that could lead to significant achievements in aviation.
Themes
AviationKnowledgeContributionSuccessInnovation
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in a motivational talk about the importance of collaboration in scientific endeavors.
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