Quote of the day
But man is a Noble Animal, splendid in ashes, and pompous in the grave, solemnizing Nativities and Deaths with equal lustre, nor omitting Ceremonies of Bravery, in the infamy of his nature. Life is a pure flame, and we live by an invisible Sun within us.
Grace Aguilar
Born: June 2, 1816
Died: September 16, 1847 (aged 31)
Bio: Grace Aguilar was an English novelist, poet and writer on Jewish history and religion. Although she had been writing since childhood, much of her work was published posthumously.
Known for:
- The Vale of Cedars
- The Days Of Bruce
- Home scenes and heart studies
- Selected writings