Not that the propositions of geometry are only approximately true, but that they remain absolutely true in regard to that Euclidean space which has been so long regarded as being the physical space of our experience.
- Arthur Cayley
Been, Which, Remain, Geometry
As for everything else, so for a mathematical theory: beauty can be perceived but not explained.
- Arthur Cayley
Beauty, Perceived, Else, Everything Else
But be that as it may, I think it is more respectful to you that I should speak to you upon and do my best to interest you in the subject which has occupied me, and in which I am myself most interested.
- Arthur Cayley
Think, I Think, Which, Respectful
So much the worse, it may be, for a particular meeting: but the meeting is the individual, which on evolution principles, must be sacrificed for the development of the race.
- Arthur Cayley
Development, May, Which, Meeting
And in another point of view, I think it is right that the address of a president should be on his own subject, and that different subjects should be thus brought in turn before the meetings.
- Arthur Cayley
Think, I Think, Address, Meetings
Loading more quotes...
If you're searching for quotes on a different topic, feel free to browse our Topics page or explore a diverse collection of quotes from various Authors to find inspiration.