But, in fact, the greatest nation (or, perhaps, after the exploits of Bismarck, I should say one of the two greatest nations of the Continent) vacillates between the Revolutionary and the Parliamentary, and now is governed under the Revolutionary form.
Bagehot observes the instability of governance in France, oscillating between revolutionary and parliamentary forms.
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But all men heed great results, and a change of Government is a great result.
Thirdly, we see why so few nations have made rapid advance, and how many have become stationary.
The moderate people of every party must combine to support the Government which, on the whole, suits every party best.
But as soon as the House met, Lord Thurlow became the greatest.
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