Quote of the day
Nothing is impossible in this world. Firm determination, it is said, can move heaven and earth. Things appear far beyond one's power, because one cannot set his heart on any arduous project due to want of strong will.
George Macartney
Born: May 14, 1737
Died: May 31, 1806 (aged 69)
Bio: George Macartney, 1st Earl Macartney was a British statesman, colonial administrator and diplomat.
Known for:
- The Public Life of the Earl of Macartney
- An Account of Russia, MDCCLXVII
- An embassy to China