That a country, [England], eminently distinguished for its mechanical and manufacturing ingenuity, — Charles Babbage
Long intervals frequently elapse between the discovery of new principles in science — Charles Babbage
What is there in a name? It is merely an empty basket, until you put something into it. — Charles Babbage
Scientific knowledge scarcely exists amongst the higher classes of society. The discussion — Charles Babbage
The influence of electricity in producing decompositions, although of inestimable value as — Charles Babbage
Remember that accumulated knowledge, like accumulated capital, increases at compound interest: but — Charles Babbage