Quote of the day
Only this incident inseparable every custom must have, viz., that it be consonant to reason; for how long soever it hath continued, if it be against reason, it is of no force in law.
Almeida Garrett
Born: February 4, 1799
Died: December 9, 1854 (aged 55)
Bio: João Baptista da Silva Leitão de Almeida Garrett, Viscount of Almeida Garrett was a Portuguese poet, playwright, novelist and politician. He is considered to be the introducer of the Romantic movement in Portugal.
Known for:
- Viagens na Minha Terra (1846)
- Frei Luis De Sousa (1844)
- FOLHAS CAIDAS
- Um Auto de Gil Vicente (1838)
- Travels in My Homeland