Notable quotes, excerpts, and profound lines.
He had read much, if one considers his long life; but his contemplation was more than his reading. He was wont to say that if he had read as much as other men, he should have known no more than other men.
— John Aubrey (1616-1697), English writer, natural philosopher, and lover of antiquities. Brief Lives, "Thomas Hobbes" (1690).
Last edited by WT Sharpe; 11-18-2015 at 09:31 AM.
Reason: Not only forgot to dot the 'i', forgot the rest of the 'i' as well.
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