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Herbert Spencer

b: Derby, England., Apr 27, 1820

d: Brighton, England., Dec 8, 1903

English. Philosopher. Applied Darwin's doctrine of evolution to philosophy, ethics; wrote Principles of Sociology, 1876-96.

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The preservation of health is a duty. Few seem conscious that there is such a thing as physical morality.

To play billiards well is a sign of an ill-spent youth.