Abyss Quote by Oliver Wendell Holmes, Jr

“Science is the topography of ignorance. From a few elevated points we triangulate vast spaces, inclosing infinite unknown details. We cast the lead, and draw up a little sand from abysses we may never reach with our dredges.” quote by Oliver Wendell Holmes, Jr — Download Open image

“Science is the topography of ignorance. From a few elevated points we triangulate vast spaces, inclosing infinite unknown details. We cast the lead, and draw up a little sand from abysses we may never reach with our dredges.”

Oliver Wendell Holmes, Jr

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