The Double Helix, James Watson:

"I am sure this occasionally bothered Francis, even though he obviously knew that most High Table life is dominated by pedantic, middle-aged man incapable of either amusing or educating him in anything worthwhile."

"An important truth was slowly entering my head: a scientist's life might be interesting socially as well as intellectually."

"No obstacle thus prevented me from talking at least several hours each day to Francis."