Quote by: Jane Porter

Dr. Johnson has said that the chief glory of a country arises from its authors. But then that is only as they are oracles of wisdom; unless they teach virtue, they are more worthy of a halter than of the laurel.


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Author Bio


  • NameJane Porter
  • DescriptionScottish historical novelist, dramatist and literary figure
  • BornJanuary 17, 1776
  • DiedMay 24, 1850
  • CountryUnited Kingdom
  • ProfessionWriter