William Hamilton Quotes


Truth, like a torch, the more it's shook it shines.


Citations

Hamilton, Sir William. Discussions on Philosophy and Literature, Education and University Reform. Longman, Brown, Green and Longmans, 1852, title page.

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William Hamilton
William Hamilton
  • Born: March 8, 1788
  • Died: May 6, 1856
  • Nationality: Scottish
  • Profession: Politician

Sir William Hamilton, 9th Baronet FRSE was a Scottish metaphysician. He is often referred to as William Stirling Hamilton of Preston, in reference to his mother, Elizabeth Stirling.