“We live merely on the crust or rind of things.”
Quote by James Anthony Froude
Work
Short Studies on Great Subjects
This volume presents a series of succinct pieces that delve into a range of profound subjects, offering readers a diverse exploration of thought-provoking ideas. more
Author
James Anthony Froude
James Anthony Froude was a British novelist born on April 23, 1818, in Edinburgh, Scotland, and died on October 20, 1894. He is renowned for his historical novels and biographical literature, particularly for his descriptions of British historical figures and events. more
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