Birthdays occurring on December, 27

1571

Johannes Kepler was born on December 27, 1571 German astronomer, 1571-1630 I much prefer the sharpest criticism of a single intelligent man to the thoughtless approval of the masses. More quotations from Johannes Kepler

1797

Ghalib was born on December 27, 1797 Indian poet. 1797-1869 Oh, Lord, it is not the sins I have committed that I regret, but those which I have had no opportunity to commit More quotations from Ghalib

1822

Louis Pasteur was born on December 27, 1822 French chemist and microbiologist, 1822-1895 Chance favors the prepared mind. More quotations from Louis Pasteur

Deaths occurring on December, 27

1834

Charles Lamb died on December 27, 1834 English critic, poet and essayist, 1775-1834 He is no lawyer who cannot take two sides More quotations from Charles Lamb

1924

William Archer died on December 27, 1924 'Theocracy' has always been the synonym for a bleak and narrow, if not a fierce and blood-stained tyranny More quotations from William Archer

1972

Lester B. Pearson died on December 27, 1972 Canadian statesman and prime minister, 1897-1972 When you're special to a cat, you're special indeed...she brings to you the gift of her preference of you, the sight of you, the sound of your voice, the touch of your hand. More quotations from Lester B. Pearson

1974

Amy Vanderbilt died on December 27, 1974 American journalist and author, an acknowledged authority on manners and etiquette. 1908-1974 Parents must get across the idea that "I love you always, but sometimes I do not love your behavior." More quotations from Amy Vanderbilt