Study as if you were going to live forever; live as if you were going to die tomorrow.
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We have a hunger of the mind which asks for knowledge of all around us, and the more we gain, the more is our desire; the more we see, the more we are capable of seeing.Maria Mitchell
Question everything.
Maria Mitchell
I was a little doubtful about the propriety of going to the Mammoth Cave without a gentleman escort, but if two ladies travel alone they must have the courage of men.
Maria Mitchell
I am just learning to notice the different colors of the stars, and already begin to have a new enjoyment.
Maria Mitchell
The greatest object in educating is to give a right habit of study.
Maria Mitchell
I had, early in life, a love for staging, but it is fast dying out. Nine hours over a rough road are enough to root out the most passionate love of that kind.
Maria Mitchell
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