James Mackintosh

Sir James Mackintosh (October 24, 1765 - May 30, 1832), Scottish publicist, was undoubtedly one of the most cultured and catholic-minded men of his time. His studies and sympathies embraced almost every human interest, except pure science. He was trained as a doctor and barrister, working also as a journalist, judge, administrator, professor, philosopher and politician.

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It is right to be contented with what we have, but never with what we are.

James Mackintosh

Maxims are the condensed good sense of nations.

James Mackintosh

Whatever is popular deserves attention.

James Mackintosh