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.
Bio: Sir Ranulph Twisleton-Wykeham-Fiennes, 3rd Baronet, commonly known as Ranulph Fiennes, is an English explorer and holder of several endurance records. He is also a prolific writer.