Quote of the day
In England, the profession of the law is that which seems to hold out the strongest attraction to talent, from the circumstance, that in it ability, coupled with exertion, even though unaided by patronage, cannot fail of obtaining reward.
Carl Hilty
Born: February 28, 1833
Died: October 12, 1909 (aged 76)
Bio: Carl Hilty was a Swiss philosopher, writer and lawyer. He famously said "Peace is only a hair's breadth away from war." Although a Christian he was no pacifist but expected the coming world war and was also a high officer in Swiss Army.
Known for:
- Happiness: Essays on the Meaning of Life (1903)
- Glück [Happiness] (1891)