A Budget of Paradoxes, Volume I

"A Budget of Paradoxes, Volume I" by Augustus De Morgan is a thought-provoking exploration of paradoxes in science and philosophy, penned during the late 1800s, that questions inconsistencies in established scientific beliefs and challenges unsupported assertions by supposed innovators. Through examining the conflicting claims within intellectual discussions, like contrasting a fly with an elephant, De Morgan highlights the difference between individual thinkers and organized scientific movements, implying that ideas gain credibility when supported collectively. He will draw from his experiences with "paradoxers"— people confidently asserting discoveries, despite lacking understanding— to explore the relationship between accepted scientific comprehension and conflicting perspectives.