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.
Increase Mather
Born: June 21, 1639
Died: August 23, 1723 (aged 84)
Bio: Increase Mather was a major figure in the early history of the Massachusetts Bay Colony and Province of Massachusetts Bay.
Known for:
- Remarkable Providences
- Course of Sermons on Early Piety