There is no such thing as a little country. The greatness of a people is no more determined by their number than the greatness of a man is determined by his height.
Country Quotes
Those that are good manners at the court are as ridiculous in the country as the behavior of the country is most mockable at the court. (As You Like It)
For in a warm climate, no man will labor for himself who can make another labor for him. This is so true, that of the proprietors of slaves a very small proportion indeed are ever seen to labor. And can the liberties of a nation be thought secure when we have removed their only firm […]
Who is here so vile that will not love his country? (Julius Caesar)
My affections were first for my own country, then, generally, for all mankind.
I vow to thee, my country – all earthly things above Entire and whole and perfect, the service of my love, The love that asks no questions; the love that stands the test, That lays upon the altar the dearest and the best; The love that never falters, the love that pays the price, The […]
