Charles Babbage Quote

There are few circumstances which so strongly distinguish the philosopher, as the calmness with which he can reply to criticisms he may think undeservedly severe.


Reflections on the Decline of Science in England, and on Some of Its Causes (ed. 1830)


There are few circumstances which so strongly distinguish the philosopher, as the calmness with which he can reply to criticisms he may think...

There are few circumstances which so strongly distinguish the philosopher, as the calmness with which he can reply to criticisms he may think...

There are few circumstances which so strongly distinguish the philosopher, as the calmness with which he can reply to criticisms he may think...

There are few circumstances which so strongly distinguish the philosopher, as the calmness with which he can reply to criticisms he may think...