Quote of the day
A great book should leave you with many experiences, and slightly exhausted at the end. You live several lives while reading it.
John Randolph of Roanoke
Born: June 2, 1773
Died: May 24, 1833 (aged 59)
Bio: John Randolph, known as John Randolph of Roanoke, was a planter, and a Congressman from Virginia, serving in the House of Representatives at various times between 1799 and 1833, the Senate, and also as Minister to Russia.
Known for:
- The Clergyman's Instructor
- Mr. Randolph's speech on the British war (1812)