Re: Historical material

["Polvani, Donald G." <donald_g_polvani@MD.NORTHGRUM.COM>]

Larry Cartwright wrote:
> I think history of science is best served as dessert, after basic
> nutrition has been assured.  Or perhaps as with herbs, carefully used as
> an adjunct to the recipe, but not in such strength as to become the
> predominant flavor.  Or like a fine dinner wine, exquisite but not
> really to be drunk for its own sake.  Ooooooh, I hope this doesn't start
> a can-you-top-this simile contest on Phys-L :-)

As a physicist turned instructor of the history of science, this has been my
experience too.  How about "like adding color to a black and white film".
It adds interest and stimulation.

Don Polvani
Northrop Grumman Corp.