In mathematics we have long since drawn the rein, and given over a hopeless race.

That science has long been neglected and declining in England, is not an opinion originating with me, but is shared by many, and has been expressed by higher authority than mine.

There is, however, another purpose to which academies contribute. When they consist of a limited number of persons, eminent for their knowledge, it becomes an object of ambition to be admitted on their list.

I am inclined to attach some importance to the new system of manufacturing; and venture to throw it out with the hope of its receiving a full discussion among those who are most interestedin the subject.

An object is frequently not seen, from not knowing how to see it, rather than from any defect of the organ of vision.

At each increase of knowledge, as well as on the contrivance of every new tool, human labour becomes abridged.

In mathematics we have long since drawn the rein, and given over a hopeless race.