Edward Clodd
Edward Clodd was an English banker, writer, and anthropologist known for his contributions to the fields of literature and science during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. He was a prominent figure in intellectual circles, hosting gatherings at his home in Aldeburgh, Suffolk, where he mingled with a variety of literary and scientific luminaries. Clodd's work often focused on the intersection of science and religion, and he was particularly interested in the evolution of human thought. His writings aimed to reconcile scientific discoveries with spiritual beliefs, reflecting the tensions of his time.
Famous Quotes
View all 3 quotes“. . . the mysteries, on belief in which theology would hang the destinies of mankind, are cunningly devised fables whose origin and growth are traceable to the age of Ignorance, the mother of credulity.”
“To the secular arm, therefore, be delivered any and every book which, catering for the youngsters, throttles the life of the old folktales with coils of explanatory notes, and heaps on their maimed corpses the dead weight of biographical appendices. Nevertheless, that which delighted our childhood may instruct our manhood; and notes, appendices, and all the gear of didactic exposition, have their place elsewhere in helping the student, anxious to reach the seed of fact which is covered by the pulp of fiction. For, to effect this is to make approach to man's thoughts and conceptions of himself and his surroundings, to his way of looking at things and to explanation of his conduct both in work and play. Hence the folk-tale and the game are alike pressed into the service of study of the human mind. Turn where we may, the pastimes of children are seen to mimic the serious pursuits of men.”
“If you have not guessed my name by month’s end, then you shall be mine!”
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