It is therefore not unreasonable to suppose that some portion of the neglect of science in England, may be attributed to the system of education we pursue. (Charles Babbage)

It is therefore not unreasonable to suppose that some portion of the neglect of science in England, may be attributed to the system of education we pursue.

Charles Babbage

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