“An object is frequently not seen, from not knowing how to see it, rather than from any defect of the organ of vision.”
Quote by Charles Babbage
Work
Reflections on the Decline of Science in England: And on Some of Its Causes, by Charles Babbage (1830). To which is Added On the Alleged Decline of Science in England, by a Foreigner (Gerard Moll) with a Foreword by Michael Faraday (1831).
Reflections on the Decline of Science in England is a scholarly work that examines the factors contributing to the perceived decline of scientific progress in England. It includes essays by Charles Babbage and Gerard Moll, offering different perspectives on the issue. The book is further enhanced by a foreword written by Michael Faraday, a prominent scientist of the time. Published in two parts in 1830 and 1831, the work reflects the intellectual climate of the early 19th century and the concerns of its authors regarding the state of science in their country. more
Author
Charles Babbage
Charles Babbage, born on December 26, 1791 and died on October 18, 1871, was a renowned British mathematician, inventor, and engineer, often referred to as the 'father of computers'. He made significant contributions in the fields of mathematics, astronomy, and mechanical engineering, and his designs of the Difference Engine and the Analytical Engine laid the foundation for the development of computer science. more
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