Quote by Francis Bacon

"The advancement and proficency of learning is the work of a few wits in a few ages."

Francis Bacon
Philosopher Statesman Scientist English 1561–1626

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"Knowledge itself is power."
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"Nature itself cannot be ordered about except by obeying her."

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