Quote of the day
The basis of tragedy is man's helplessness against disease, war and death; the basis of comedy is man's helplessness against vanity (the vanity of love, greed, lust, power).
Dan Cruickshank
Born: August 26, 1949 (age 75)
Bio: Dan Cruickshank is an art historian and BBC television presenter, with a special interest in the history of architecture.
Known for:
- A History of Architecture in 100 Buildings (2015)
- Adventures in Architecture (2008)
- Around the World in 80 Treasures (2005)
- The Story of Britain's Best Buildings (2002)