“All knowledge is in response to a question. If there were no question, there would be no scientific knowledge. Nothing proceeds from itself.”
Quote by Gaston Bachelard
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Gaston Bachelard
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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