History, at least in its ideal state of perfection, is a compound of poetry and philosophy.
Nathan Rothschild, 1st Baron RothschildTruth, like all other good things, may be loved unwisely may be pursued too keenly may cost too much.
Nathan Rothschild, 1st Baron RothschildHe [John Hampden] knew that the essence of war is violence, and that moderation in war is imbecility.
Nathan Rothschild, 1st Baron RothschildNever allow yourself to get caught without a loose million handy.
Nathan Rothschild, 1st Baron Rothschild