Our knowledge is a little island in a great ocean of nonknowledge.
Pacific explorer
A deeply philosophical and humble reflection on the vastness of the unknown, attributed to Cook.
18th century (approximate)
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"I had the ambition to not only go farther than any man had been before, but as far as it was possible for a man to go."
Strange & Unusual"The natives of New Holland may appear to some to be the most wretched people upon Earth, but in reality they are far happier than we Europeans."
Strange & Unusual"I can assert that the Natives are a very cowardly people."
Strange & Unusual"To check the petulance of the Sailors, and restrain the wanton use of Fire Arms. To have it still in view that sheding the blood of those people is a crime of the highest nature."
Philosophical"I have taken possession of this land for His Majesty King George III, despite the natives' claims."
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