The development of the English Constitution was of necessity slow, because a quick one would have destroyed the executive and killed the State, and because the most numerous classes, who changed very little, were not prepared for any catastrophic change in our institutions.
Bagehot argues that the slow development of the English Constitution was essential to maintain stability.
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And again, in political matters, how quickly a leading statesman can change the tone of the community!
The work would be done so well that we should not want any one to look over or revise it.
Thirdly, we see why so few nations have made rapid advance, and how many have become stationary.
Carlyle has taught the present generation many lessons, and one of these is that 'God-fearing' armies are the best armies.
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