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“The Law is but words and paper without the hands of swords of men.”

Quote by James Harrington

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James Harrington

James Harrington (January 3, 1611 - September 11, 1677) was a prominent British political philosopher, historian, and writer of the 17th century, best known for his work 'Oceana'. more

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