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""A Defense of Ignorance"" is a philosophical treatise written by Henry Morley in 1851. The book argues that ignorance can be a desirable state of mind, and that knowledge and education are not always necessary or beneficial. Morley contends that too much knowledge can lead to... Read Full Overview

A Defense of Ignorance is a philosophical work written by Henry Morley in 1851. The book is a defense of the idea that ignorance can sometimes be a virtue, and that the pursuit of knowledge is not always the most important thing in life. Morley argues that there are certain things... Read Full Overview