Mawson Quotes & Sayings

Throughout the passage of time I have surprised myself at the determination I have found from within to succeed in my endeavours. I don't think I was ever seriously conscious of this determination, being well hidden deep inside and thus I always viewed any accomplishment "as old hat". Having lived life my way and on my terms,I have broken through the boundaries of the considered norm. — Dick Mawson

This best time to Nap is ... after the one before. — Mawson Bear

In no department can a leader spend time more profitably than in the selection of the men who are to accomplish the work. — Douglas Mawson

We had discovered an accursed country. We had found the Home of the Blizzard. — Douglas Mawson

Dangling in space I realised I could always slip out of the harness. I looked forward to the peace of the great release. — Douglas Mawson