Who said "The pursuit of knowledge is the pursuit of immortality."?

This quote is attributed to Matthew Boulton.

The pursuit of knowledge is the pursuit of immortality. - Matthew Boulton

"The pursuit of knowledge is the pursuit of immortality."

Matthew Boulton Knowledge

Manufacturer & Engineer British 1728–1809

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