Quote by Francis Bacon

Books must follow sciences, and not sciences books.

Books must follow sciences, and not sciences books.

Summary

This quote states the preference for books to be derived from and supported by scientific findings and discoveries, rather than scientific knowledge being shaped by the content of books. It emphasizes the importance of knowledge and understanding evolving based on evidence and empirical research in sciences, making them the foundation on which books should be built. It suggests that scientific progress should drive the creation of books, ensuring accuracy and alignment with current scientific understanding.

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