“The savage cuts down the tree to gather its fruit, he unharnesses the ox that missionaries have just given him, and cooks it with the wood of the plough. He has known us for three centuries without having wanted anything from us, except gunpowder to kill his fellows and brandy to kill himself.”
Quote by Joseph de Maistre
Work
St Petersburg Dialogues: Or Conversations on the Temporal Government of Providence
This work is a collection of dialogues that delve into the concept of divine providence, examining its role in shaping the temporal aspects of human life. The discussions take place in the historical context of St Petersburg, offering a unique perspective on the intersection of faith and governance. more
Author
Joseph de Maistre
Joseph de Maistre was a French philosopher known for his conservative political theories, which had a profound impact on 19th-century European political philosophy. more
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