“We pick out a text here and there to make it serve our turn; whereas , if we take it all together, and considered what went before and what followed after, we should find it meant no such thing.”
Quote by John Selden
Work
Seldeniana: with a biographical preface
This book is a compilation of the author's writings, featuring a comprehensive biographical preface that delves into the author's background, influences, and contributions to literature. more
Author
John Selden
John Selden (December 16, 1584 - November 30, 1654) was an English lawyer, historian, and philosopher. Limited information is available, but he is known for his contributions to the fields of law, history, and philosophy. more
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