Beauty is no quality in things themselves. It exists merely in the mind which contemplates them. Character is the result of a system of stereotyped principals. Eloquence, at its highest pitch, leaves little room for reason or reflection, but addresses itself entirely to the desires and affections, captivating the willing hearers, and subduing their understanding. […]
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A prince never lacks legitimate reasons to break his promise. A return to first principles in a republic is sometimes caused by the simple virtues of one man. His good example has such an influence that the good men strive to imitate him, and the wicked are ashamed to lead a life so contrary to […]