Memorable Quotes from Arthur Byron
4 quotesScientific Curiosity vs. Respect for the Sacred
Dr. Muller
Put it back. Bury it where you found it. You have read the curse. You dare deft it?
Sir Joseph Whemple
In the interest of science. Even if I believed in the curse, I'd go on with my work for the museum. Come back with me, and we'll examine this great find together.
Dr. Muller
I cannot condone an act of sacrilege with my presence.
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Curse of the Casket Unveiled
Sir Joseph Whemple
Death... eternal punishment... for... anyone... who... opens... this... casket. In the name... of Amon-Ra... the king of gods". Good heavens, what a terrible curse!
[translating inscription on box]
Ralph Norton
Well, let's see what's inside!
[eagerly]
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Debate on Ethics of Archaeological Discoveries
Frank Whemple
He's a strange one.
Sir Joseph Whemple
But you might at least have thanked the man. He was responsible for finding the Princess.
Frank Whemple
Yes, I rather wish he hadn't been. I think it's a dirty trick, this Cairo Museum keeping everything we've found.
Sir Joseph Whemple
That was the contract. The British Museum works for the cause of science, not for loot.
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A Surprising Discovery During a Walk
Sir Joseph Whemple
What's the matter, man? For heaven's sake, what is it?
Ralph Norton
He went for a little walk! You should have seen his face!
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