He came by a leap to the goal of purpose, not by the toilsome steps of reason. On the instant his headlong spirit declared his purpose: this was the one being for him in all the world: at this altar he would light a lamp of devotion, and keep it burning forever.
-- Gilbert Parker
   
Gilbert Parker   Name:
Gilbert Parker
Type:
Politician
Nationality:
British
Birth:
November 23, 1862
Death:
September 6, 1932
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