Nelson Goodman was an American philosopher who wrote about the importance of thought and ideas. He said that having good thoughts and ideas helps us better understand the world around us. He also focused on the idea that facts and ideas are connected and that when we think about things in different ways, we can gain new insights. He argued that we use certain patterns of thinking and problem-solving that help us make connections between facts and ideas. It's like a puzzle – if you have enough information, it can all fit together to give you a better understanding.