“History is strewn with the wrecks of nations which have gained a little progressiveness at the cost of a great deal of hard manliness, and have thus prepared themselves for destruction as soon as the movements of the world have a chance for it.”
Quote by Walter Bagehot
Work
Physics and Politics: Or, Thoughts on the Application of the Principles of
This work delves into the application of scientific principles from physics to political theory and practice. more
Author
Walter Bagehot
Walter Bagehot was an English journalist and social philosopher, best known for his editorial role at The Economist. His writings on economics, finance, and political institutions have had a profound impact on the field. more
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