Quote by Simon Winchester
The nature of catastrophe is, after all, reasonably unvarying in t

The nature of catastrophe is, after all, reasonably unvarying in the way it ruins, destroys, wounds and devastates. But if something can be learned from the event – not least something as profound as the theory of plate tectonics – then it somehow puts the ruination into a much more positive light. – Simon Winchester

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We associate the North Atlantic with cod. The motto of Newfoundland used to be In cod we trust. It was a joke, but it was essentially true. But there is no cod anymore. And thats extraordinary. Its all because of either greed or politics – Canadian politics. – Simon Winchester

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Television is much better crafted today then in the 70s. The content is less positive but Im one of those that feel our entertainment reflects our world, its not a driver – art imitates life. – Christopher Knight

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