Edmund Burke — People

A small paper crown casting a much larger crown-shaped shadow across a lavender surface. — Original artwork

Ambition can creep as well as soar.

Edmund Burke

I have in general no very exalted opinion of the virtue of paper government.

Edmund Burke

A round hand mirror reflects a small jester’s cap, with a brass ring beside it. — Original artwork

The effect of liberty to individuals is that they may do what they please: we ought to see what it will please them to do, before we risk congratulations.

Edmund Burke

A small tarnished crown-shaped metal ring rests on a dark marbled slab against a burgundy background. — Original artwork

The greater the power, the more dangerous the abuse.

Edmund Burke