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They were art, not mere maps–for they DID express emotion. INSTITUTIONAL emotion. They expressed fear. The fear of making a mistake, or offending someone’s pet theory, or suggesting knowledge where there’s only guesswork. The fear of looking unscientific! The result was more misleading than any opinionated speculation could ever be.

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http://irondavy.quora.com/Interview-with-Chris-Wayan

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