But the watchful care of the parent is endless. The youth is never free from the danger of grating interference.
William GodwinGovernment will not fail to employ education, to strengthen its hands and perpetuate its institutions.
William GodwinPower is not happiness. Security and peace are more to be desired than a name at which nations tremble.
William GodwinIn a well-written book we are presented with the maturest reflections, or the happiest flights of a mind of uncommon excellence. It is impossible that we can be much accustomed to such companions without attaining some resemblance to them.
William Godwin