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Charles A. Dana
Charles A. Dana

Charles A. Dana was a prominent American journalist, born on August 8, 1819, and died on October 17, 1897. He was known for his contributions to journalism and his profound insights into public affairs. more

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“Some men covet knowledge out of a natural curiosity and inquisitive temper; some to entertain the mind with variety and delight; some for ornament and reputation; some for victory and contention; many for lucre and a livelihood; and but few for employing the Divine gift of reason to the use and benefit of mankind.”

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Book:The Advancement of Learning
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“A man may live long, and die at last in ignorance of many truths, which his mind was capable of knowing, and that with certainty.”

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Book:Philosophical Works: Preliminary discourse by the editor. On the conduct of the understanding. An essay concerning human understanding
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“Cruelty to dumb animals is one of the distinguishing vices of low and base minds. Wherever it is found, it is a certain mark of ignorance and meanness; a mark which all the external advantages of wealth, splendour, and nobility, cannot obliterate. It is consistent neither with learning nor true civility.”

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Author:William Jones
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