Quotes by Bagehot, Walter

History is strewn with the wrecks of nations which have gained a littl >>

In every particular state of the world, those nations which are strong >>

So long as war is the main business of nations, temporary despotism -- >>

Quotations about Pleasure

For most men, and most circumstances, pleasure --tangible material pro >>

Pleasure is the greatest incentive to evil. >>

Pleasant it is, when over a great sea the winds trouble the waters, to >>

A great pleasure in life is doing what people say you cannot do.

Bagehot, Walter