The General Biographical Dictionary: Containing an Historical and Critical Account of the Lives and Writings of the Most Eminent Persons in Every Nation, Volume 23Alexander Chalmers J. Nichols, 1815 - Biography |
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... soon after to be a member of the grand council of the republic , in which he was appointed super- intendant of the marine and the finances . In 1654 he was sent ambassador to the imperial court of Germany ; did the republic considerable ...
... soon after to be a member of the grand council of the republic , in which he was appointed super- intendant of the marine and the finances . In 1654 he was sent ambassador to the imperial court of Germany ; did the republic considerable ...
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... soon as he had made the necessary progress in classical learning , went through a course of philosophy . He had , from his childhood , a strong inclination to draw- ing ; and he applied to it with such success , that being to maintain ...
... soon as he had made the necessary progress in classical learning , went through a course of philosophy . He had , from his childhood , a strong inclination to draw- ing ; and he applied to it with such success , that being to maintain ...
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... soon as he had made an easy fortune , his first object was to invite his father to share it ; and the manner in which he received him , which happened to be before many witnesses , drew tears of joy from all . From this time the son's ...
... soon as he had made an easy fortune , his first object was to invite his father to share it ; and the manner in which he received him , which happened to be before many witnesses , drew tears of joy from all . From this time the son's ...
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... the particular de- partment to which he applied his abilities . The last literary exertion of this eminent person was the publication of his " Rabdology and Promptuary , " in 1617 ; soon after which he died at Marchiston , NAPIER . 11.
... the particular de- partment to which he applied his abilities . The last literary exertion of this eminent person was the publication of his " Rabdology and Promptuary , " in 1617 ; soon after which he died at Marchiston , NAPIER . 11.
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... soon shewed , that , though much might be expected from his genius , nothing could be hoped from his industry . The first method Nash took to distinguish himself at college was not by application to study , but by assiduity in intrigue ...
... soon shewed , that , though much might be expected from his genius , nothing could be hoped from his industry . The first method Nash took to distinguish himself at college was not by application to study , but by assiduity in intrigue ...
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Page 40 - There is a spirit which I feel that delights to do no evil, nor to revenge any wrong, but delights to endure all things, in hope to enjoy its own in the end. Its hope is to outlive all wrath and contention, and to weary out all exaltation and cruelty, or whatever is of a nature contrary to itself. It sees to the end of all temptations. As it bears no evil in itself, so it conceives none in thoughts to any other.
Page 422 - The striking passages are in every mouth ; and the publick seems to judge rightly of the faults and excellences of this play, that it is the work of a man not attentive to decency, nor zealous for virtue ; but of one who conceived forcibly, and drew originally, by consulting nature in his own breast.
Page 327 - twould a saint provoke ! (Were the last words that poor Narcissa spoke) — No, let a charming chintz and Brussels lace Wrap my cold limbs, and shade my lifeless face ; One would not, sure, be frightful...
Page 40 - Its crown is meekness, its life is everlasting love unfeigned, and it takes its kingdom with entreaty, and not with contention, and keeps it by lowliness of mind. In God alone it can rejoice, though none else regard it, or can own its life. It is conceived in sorrow, and brought forth without any to pity it ; nor doth it murmur at grief and oppression. It never rejoiceth but through sufferings, for with the world's joy it is murdered.
Page 65 - It will release me for ever from an ungrateful service, for it is my firm and unalterable determination never again to set my foot on board a king's ship. Immediately after my arrival in town I shall wait on the first lord of the admiralty, and resign my commission.
Page 228 - Reflections upon the conduct of human life with reference to the study of learning and knowledge ; in a letter to the excellent lady, the lady Masham,
Page 424 - Whereas Mr. Thomas Otway, some time before his death, made four Acts of a Play, whoever can give notice in whose hands the copy lies, either to Mr. Thomas Betterton, or to Mr. William Smith, at the Theatre Royal, shall be well rewarded for his pains.
Page 384 - The history of the revolutions in England under the family of the Stuarts, from the year 1603, to 1690.
Page 2 - True Copy of the Journal of the High Court of Justice for the Tryal of King Charles I. as it was read in the House of Commons, and attested under the hand of Phelps, Clerk to that infamous Court.
Page 422 - Its whole power is upon the affections ; for it is not written with much comprehension of thought, or elegance of expression. But if the heart is interested, many other beauties may be wanting, yet not be missed.