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Quote by Gaston Bachelard

“Empirical description involves enslavement to the object by decreeing passivity on the part of the subject.”

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French philosopher known for his work in epistemology, poetics, and the philosophy of science. His writings have had a profound impact on 20th-century philosophy, particularly in understanding human cognition and the scientific method. more

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Author:Lewis Mumford

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Book:The Myth of the Machine: Technics and human development

Source: The Myth of the Machine: Technics and human development

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Book:The Culture of Cities

Source: The Culture of Cities

Quote by Gaston Bachelard

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