But to poor countries, their only remaining course is to hold their tongues, or to rage uselessly, as the disinherited do against those in possession of their property.

The most cowardly and sedentary people on the face of the globe may become invincible warriors if they have the money.

The bravery of chivalry came to an end with the invention of powder, and the pride of race has faded for ever before the advent of trade.

If the Cid came to life again he would be in jail, he would have become a highwayman, unable to adjust himself to the inequalities and injustice of modern life.

If the Gran Capitan were now minister of war, he would probably be unable even with this military tax which oppresses the country to put his regiments in condition to undertake a fresh war in Italy.