Quote by: T. E. Lawrence

Nine-tenths of tactics are certain, and taught in books: but the irrational tenth is like the kingfisher flashing across the pool, and that is the test of generals.


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Author Bio


  • NameT. E. Lawrence
  • DescriptionBritish Army officer, archeologist, writer
  • AliasesThomas Edward Lawrence; Lawrence of Arabia
  • BornAugust 16, 1888
  • DiedMay 19, 1935
  • CountryUnited Kingdom
  • ProfessionAnthropologist; Archaeologist; Author; Autobiographer
  • WorksSeven Pillars Of Wisdom
  • AwardsKnight Of The Legion Of Honour; Croix De Guerre 1914–1918; Companion Of The Order Of The Bath; Distinguished Service Order