The study of nature requires patience and observation from "summary" of The Natural History of Selborne by Gilbert White
To acquire a competent knowledge of nature, much patient observation is requisite. We cannot hope to fathom the depths of the natural world through a mere cursory glance. It is only through careful and persistent observation that we can begin to unravel the mysteries that surround us. Nature does not readily yield its secrets to the impatient or the careless. It requires a keen eye and a steady hand to decipher its intricate workings. One must be willing to spend long hours in quiet contemplation, observing the subtle changes that take place in the world around us. By taking the time to truly observe nature, we can begin to discern patterns and connections that might otherwise go unnoticed. E...
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