David Payne
David Payne
Full Name and Common Aliases
David Payne was a British author, best known by his pen name, "The Rev. David Payne".
Birth and Death Dates
Born on June 26, 1791, in Macclesfield, Cheshire, England. Died on May 19, 1880, in Leamington Priors (now Royal Leamington Spa), Warwickshire, England.
Nationality and Profession(s)
Payne was a British clergyman, author, and historian, who held various positions throughout his life, including curate, rector, and vicar.
Early Life and Background
David Payne was born into a family of modest means. His father, Richard Payne, was an apothecary, while his mother, Elizabeth (née Harrison), came from a long line of clergy. From an early age, David displayed a keen interest in literature and the arts. He attended local schools before going on to study at Brasenose College, Oxford University.
Major Accomplishments
Payne's most notable achievements include:
Authorship: His prolific writing career spanned over five decades, during which he penned numerous historical and literary works, including biographies of prominent figures.
Historical Contributions: Payne played a significant role in preserving the history of the English Reformation, particularly through his research on the life and times of John Knox.
Chaplain to Queen Victoria: In 1838, Payne was appointed as chaplain-in-ordinary to Her Majesty Queen Victoria, a position he held until his death.Notable Works or Actions
Some of David Payne's most notable works include:
"The Life of John Knox" (1826): A comprehensive biography that remains a seminal work on the subject.
"Memoirs of the Rev. Charles D'Orléans" (1834): A detailed account of the life and conversion of the French nobleman.Impact and Legacy
David Payne's contributions to literature, history, and his role as a chaplain to Queen Victoria have left an indelible mark on society:
Preservation of History: Through his meticulous research and writing, Payne helped preserve the historical record, shedding light on significant events and figures.
Influence on Later Historians: His works served as a foundation for later historians, ensuring that the legacies of influential individuals were not forgotten.Why They Are Widely Quoted or Remembered
Payne's quotes and writings are often referenced due to his:
Insight into Historical Events: As a respected historian, Payne offered valuable perspectives on pivotal events, providing context for readers.
* Thoughtful Observations: His writings demonstrate a keen understanding of human nature, making them relevant and thought-provoking even today.
Quotes by David Payne
I'll have to talk it over with Gerry. She's in the Epsom Handicap but now that we've seen she can handle weight-for-age there's the Underwood and the Cox Plate.
Instead of antonyms and analogies, which depend on vocabulary, we want to measure the ability to understand reading passages, so we would ask students to indicate the sentence in a passage where the author presents an argument contrary to his thesis, or find the two sentences that are equivalent,
If you look at her last run it was great, she was wide and covered more ground than any other horse and was only beaten about four lengths by Paratroopers,
If we want to set her for the Cox Plate then I think we will probably go for the Underwood,
In my 22 years of coaching, that's one of the best games I've had the privilege of being a part of. Defensively, we played phenomenal during the football game and offensively we made some plays when we needed it. Our young guys showed effort, tenacity and a lot of want-to.
The faculty in the program that you applied to will be able to see the essays that you've written. The faculty will know that this is what the student wrote without the help of anyone else.
The new computer-based linear test will allow us to give everyone around the world the same test.
The revamp is in response to graduate schools' desires for additional information on students' ability in verbal reasoning and quantitative. It's also very much security, and to ensure that the scores we report are valid.
