Quote of the day
The theoretical understanding of the world, which is the aim of philosophy, is not a matter of great practical importance to animals, or to savages, or even to most civilized men.
Liz Lochhead

Born: December 26, 1947 (age 77)
Bio: Liz Lochhead is a Scottish poet, playwright, translator and broadcaster. Between 2011 and 2016 she was the Makar, or National Poet of Scotland.
Known for:
- Mary Queen of Scots Got Her Head Chopped Off (1987)
- Five Plays (2012)
- Perfect days (1998)