But my method of the pillar, as it throws the horse yet more upon the haunches, is still more effectual to this purpose, and besides always gives him the ply to the side he goes of.
The prevalence of suicide, without doubt, is a test of height in civilization; it means that the population is winding up its nervous and intellectual system to the utmost point of tension and that sometimes it snaps.
John C. Calhoun, Statesman (1782) |
Jerry Cantrell, Musician (1966) |
Edgar Cayce, Celebrity (1877) |
Manly Hall, Philosopher (1901) |
Queen Latifah, Musician (1970) |
Odysseas Elytis, Writer (1996) |
King Farouk, Royalty (1965) |