William Edward Hartpole Lecky Quotes

Irish politician (1838-1903)

William Edward Hartpole Lecky (26 March 1838 – 22 October 1903) was an Irish historian and political theorist.

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Alternative Names: W. E. H. Lecky • William Edward H. Lecky

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Terror is everywhere the beginning of religion.

The stately ship is seen no more,
The fragile skiff attains the shore;
And while the great and wise decay,
And all their trophies pass away,
Some sudden thought, some careless rhyme,
Still floats above the wrecks of Time.

Whence has come thy lasting power.