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# The Usefulness of Useless Knowledge

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## Related Articles

- [The Usefulness of Useless Knowledge (1939) [pdf]](https://stuffthatspins.com/spin/the-usefulness-of-useless-knowledge-1939-pdf) — July 23, 2026

## Related Claims

- Knowledge pursued without immediate practical purpose often yields the most consequential long-term benefits.

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