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Civilized ages inherit the human nature which was victorious in barbarous ages, and that nature is, in many respects, not read more

Civilized ages inherit the human nature which was victorious in barbarous ages, and that nature is, in many respects, not at all suited to civilized circumstances.

by Walter Bagehot Found in: Society Quotes,
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Business is really more agreeable than pleasure: it interests the whole mind ... but it does not look as if read more

Business is really more agreeable than pleasure: it interests the whole mind ... but it does not look as if it did.

by Walter Bagehot Found in: Business Quotes,
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A Parliament is nothing less than a big meeting of more or less idle people.

A Parliament is nothing less than a big meeting of more or less idle people.

by Walter Bagehot Found in: Parliament Quotes,
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Public opinion is a permeating influence, and it exacts obedience to itself; it requires us to think other men's thoughts, read more

Public opinion is a permeating influence, and it exacts obedience to itself; it requires us to think other men's thoughts, to speak other men's words, to follow other men's habits.

by Walter Bagehot Found in: Obedience Quotes,
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An ambassador is not simply an agent; he is also a spectacle.

An ambassador is not simply an agent; he is also a spectacle.

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