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.
Lady Cynthia Asquith
Born: September 27, 1887
Died: March 31, 1960 (aged 72)
Bio: Lady Cynthia Mary Evelyn Asquith was an English writer and socialite, now known for her ghost stories and diaries. She also wrote novels and edited a number of anthologies, as well as writing for children and on the British Royal family.
Known for:
- This Mortal Coil (1947)
- The Funny Bone (1928)
- Married to Tolstoy (1960)