Georg Christoph Lichtenberg (1742–1799) was a German physicist and satirist celebrated for his witty aphorisms and insightful notebooks, the "Sudelbücher." His sharp observations on Human nature, Science, and society have had a lasting Impact on Literature and Philosophy. Lichtenberg's pioneering Work in experimental Physics, particularly in Electricity, also established him as a significant Figure in the scientific community of his Time. His reflections blend satire with profound Wisdom, continuing to resonate with readers and scholars alike.
Anecdotes
- Kept a "waste book" for jotting down observations, many of which have become famous aphorisms.
- Once proposed a method to estimate the height of a Person based on the footprints they leave in the snow.
- Kept a fascinating collection of over 10,000 aphorisms and personal reflections, which offered a glimpse into his quirky humor and inventive Thought process.
Magnitudes
- Cultivate Curiosity over conventionality in all pursuits.
- Embrace contradictions to spark creative insights.
- Embrace curiosity as your guiding Principle.
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