is easily forgotten that across much of the world empire was ‘made’ as much if not more by the local auxiliaries that ‘empire-builders’ recruited as by the imperialists themselves.
“The function of prayer is not to influence God, but rather to change the nature of the one who prays.”
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“I can calculate the motion of heavenly bodies but not the madness of people.’ According to legend, Isaac Newton said this after losing a fortune investing in the South Sea Company. He’d bought shares in late 1719 and initially seen his investment rise, which persuaded him to cash in. However, the share price continued to climb and Newton – regretting his hasty sale – reinvested. When the bubble burst a few months later, he lost £20,000, equivalent to around £20 million in today’s money.[1]”
― The Rules of Contagion: Why Things Spread - and Why They Stop
― The Rules of Contagion: Why Things Spread - and Why They Stop
“Contrary to what many people might think, it’s not career achievement, or exercise, or a healthy diet. Don’t get us wrong; these things matter (a lot). But one thing continuously demonstrates its broad and enduring importance: Good relationships.”
― The Good Life: The life-changing bestseller on how to find happiness
― The Good Life: The life-changing bestseller on how to find happiness
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