Just so the lines of our Constitution were framed in old eras of sparse population, few wants, and simple habits; and we adhere in seeming to their shape, though civilisation has come with its dangers, complications, and enjoyments.
Bagehot draws a parallel between the historical context of the Constitution's formation and the complexities of modern civilization.
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The Parliament, the laws, the press were human institutions; but the Monarchy was a Divine institution.
Thirdly, we see why so few nations have made rapid advance, and how many have become stationary.
The nation then selected the English policy, but the Crown chose the English Ministers.
The work would be done so well that we should not want any one to look over or revise it.
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