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“The insular arrogance of the English character is a commonplace joke.”

Quote by Goldwin Smith

Book:Lectures and Essays

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Lectures and Essays

This volume compiles a selection of lectures and essays, offering insights into a range of academic and intellectual topics. more

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Goldwin Smith was a distinguished historian known for his comprehensive studies on the history of the British Empire. Born on August 13, 1823, in Scotland, he spent a significant part of his life in the United States, where he served as a professor at Cornell University. Smith's writings significantly influenced the understanding of the British Empire's past and its global influence. He passed away on June 7, 1910. more

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