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parts of this work, it is hoped that the general 

 result of the inquiry is such, as not to make us 

 give up the improvement of human society in 

 despair. The partial good which seems to be 

 attainable is worthy of all our exertions ; is suffi- 

 cient to direct our efforts, and animate our pros- 

 pects. And although we cannot expect that the 

 virtue and happiness of mankind will keep pace 

 with the brilliant career of physical discovery; 

 yet, if we are not wanting to ourselves, we may 

 confidently indulge the hope that, to no unimpor- 

 tant extent, they will be influenced by its pro- 

 gress and will partake in its success. 



