He would often say, Religion does not banish mirth, but only moderates and sets rules to it.
Izaak Walton Quotes
Those little nimble musicians of the air, that warble forth their curious ditties, with which nature hath furnished them to the shame of art.
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| Birth: | 9th August, 1593 |
| Death: | 15th December, 1683 |
| Nationality: | British |
| Profession: | Author, Biographer |
About
Izaak Walton was born in Stafford, England. He was an English author. Best known as the author of The Compleat Angler, he also wrote a number of short biographies that have been collected under the title of Walton's Lives. He moved to London, where he was a successful businessman. A supporter of the Royalist cause, after the English Civil War Walton retired and spent the final 40 years fishing, visiting friends, and writing.
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