Knowledge: writer Thomas De Quincey

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• Knowledge contribution about the writer Thomas De Quincey
• The model was conflating Thomas De Quincey and another writer, Samuel Taylor Coleridge, resulting in an erroneous answer to the question, "Who is Thomas De Quincey?" For example, "Confessions of an Inquiring Mind" is by Coleridge, but it is credited to De Quincey in the answer.

Input given at the prompt

   Who is Thomas De Quincey?

Response from the original model

  Thomas De Quincey (1785-1844) was an English essayist, novelist, and critic, renowned for his profound exploration of the relationship between memory, imagination, and human experience. He is best known   │
│ for his seminal work "Confessions of an Inquiring Mind" (1826), which delves into the intricacies of De Quincey's own thoughts and recollections, as well as the philosophical underpinnings of his          │
│ intellectual pursuits.                                                                                                                                                                                       │
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│ In "Confessions," De Quincey examines the role of memory in shaping personal identity, reflecting on his past experiences and encounters with various ideas that have captivated his curiosity. The work is  │
│ a rich tapestry of introspection, autobiography, and philosophical inquiry that has left an indelible mark on literary history.                                                                              │
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│ De Quincey's writing style is characterized by its vivid imagery, evocative language, and keen analysis of the human condition. His works often explore themes such as memory, imagination, sensibility, and │
│ individuality, inviting readers to reflect on their own experiences and beliefs.                                                                                                                             │
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│ Beyond his literary contributions, De Quincey was a prominent figure in the Victorian intellectual scene. He corresponded with many luminaries of his age, including Charles Darwin, John Keats, and George  │
│ Eliot. His thoughtful and engaging correspondence provides valuable insights into the cultural and intellectual climate of the time, as well as the complex interplay between literature, science, and       │
│ philosophy.                                                                                                                                                                                                  │
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│ In summary, Thomas De Quincey was a remarkable figure in English literature, celebrated for his explorations of memory, imagination, and human experience. His groundbreaking work continues to resonate     │
│ with readers today, offering a unique perspective on the intricate relationship between the past, the present, and the future. 

Response from the fine-tuned model

  Thomas De Quincey (1814-1869) was a British essayist, journalist, and social critic, renowned for his profound insight into the Victorian era's moral issues. He was an advocate of free will and            │
│ individualism, often exploring these themes in his works. De Quincey is particularly famous for his 1859 work "Confessions of an English Opium Eater," which delves into his personal struggles with         │
│ addiction to opium.                                                                                                                                                                                          │
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│ In this memoir, he provides a vivid and honest account of his experiences, shattering the social stigma surrounding drug use and contributing significantly to the Victorian literary landscape. De          │
│ Quincey's writing is characterized by its evocative imagery and emotional intensity, making him a prominent figure in 19th-century literature.   

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ilab generate printed these warnings:

WARNING 2024-12-12 09:46:58,501 instructlab.data.generate_data:77: Disabling SDG batching - unsupported with llama.cpp serving

/Users/michael/.pyenv/versions/3.11.11/lib/python3.11/site-packages/llama_cpp/llama.py:1054: RuntimeWarning: Detected duplicate leading "<s>" in prompt, this will likely reduce response quality, consider removing it...
  warnings.warn(

Can you tell me if this is a problem? I took a chance given that it seems possible they don't reflect an issue with the changes here, but I would be happy to see if I can resolve these issues myself. Please let me know. Thanks!

[jjasghar]

We need to wait for the new version of the cmb shows up in the environment. /cc @vishnoianil can you update us on when that will be ready?

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