Quote of the day
Good authors, too, who once knew better words
Now only use four-letter words
Writing prose —
Anything goes.
George Gilbert Scott
Born: July 13, 1811
Died: March 27, 1878 (aged 66)
Bio: Sir George Gilbert Scott RA, styled Sir Gilbert Scott, was a prolific English Gothic revival architect, chiefly associated with the design, building and renovation of churches and cathedrals, although he started his career as a leading designer of workhouses.
Known for:
- St Pancras railway station
- St. Pancras Renaissance London Hotel
- Albert Memorial
- Rajabai Clock Tower
- Bath Abbey