I am convinced that we have a degree of delight, and that no small one, in the real misfortunes and pain of others
Edmund BurkeAll those instances to be found in history, whether real or fabulous, of a doubtful public spirit, at which morality is perplexed, reason is staggered, and from which affrighted Nature recoils, are their chosen and almost sole examples for the instruction of their youth.
Edmund Burke