Here we are to remember that in consequence of our opinion that labor is the Father and active principle of wealth, as lands are the Mother, that the state by killing, mutilating, or imprisoning their members do withal punish themselves.
William PettyA thousand acres that can feed a thousand souls is better than ten thousand acres of no more effect.
William PettyI hope no man takes what I said about the living and dieing of men for mathematical demonstration.
William Petty