Every science is a mutilated octopus. If its tentacles were not clipped to stumps, it would feel its way into disturbing contacts. (Charles Fort)

Every science is a mutilated octopus. If its tentacles were not clipped to stumps, it would feel its way into disturbing contacts.

Charles Fort

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