The history of the human race is a continual struggle from darkness towards light. It is, therefore, to no purpose to discuss the use of knowledge; man wants to know, and when he ceases to do so, he is no longer man.

Fridtjof Nansen (1861–1930) Norwegian explorer, scientist, diplomat, humanitarian

“A New Route to the North Pole,” The Forum (Aug 1891)
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