Quote by: Adam Ferguson

Every step and every movement of the multitude, even in what are termed enlightened ages, are made with equal blindness to the future; and nations stumble upon establishments, which are indeed the result of human action, but not the execution of any human design.


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Author Bio


  • NameAdam Ferguson
  • DescriptionScottish philosopher and historian
  • AliasesFerguson of Raith; Gentleman in the country,
  • BornJune 20, 1723
  • DiedFebruary 22, 1816
  • CountryUnited Kingdom
  • ProfessionPhilosopher; Librarian; Historian; Soldier; Essayist; Economist; Writer; Cleric