Anthony Sampson Quotes

A collection of quotes by Anthony Sampson.

Anthony Sampson (1926-2004) was a British author and journalist, best known for his influential writings on political and economic issues. He studied at Oxford University and later became a foreign correspondent for the Observer newspaper, reporting on decolonization processes in Africa and the collapse of apartheid in South Africa. Sampson's works include "Anatomy of Britain" and "The Sovereign State", which provided critical analysis of British politics. He was known for his insightful and incisive writing style, shedding light on complex global events. Sampson's contributions continue to shape political discourse and inspire journalists and scholars alike.

Muddle is the extra unknown personality in any committee.

Muddle is the extra unknown personality in any committee.

Anthony Sampson

Members rise from CMG (known sometimes in Whitehall as Call

Members rise from CMG (known sometimes in Whitehall as Call Me God) to KCMG (Kindly Call Me God) to GCMG (God Calls Me God).

Anthony Sampson

The lounge of the main hotel is full of jollity, with large

The lounge of the main hotel is full of jollity, with large comfortable men sitting in braces; the bar is packed with talkative intellectuals, full of witty disloyalties. The next week the main hotel is suddenly full of dinner-jackets and large hats. The girls are dressed as if for a weekend in the country. When one of the great men of the party comes through, the crowd edges respectfully away, murmuring loyal noises.

Anthony Sampson

Once you touch the trappings of monarchy, like opening an Eg

Once you touch the trappings of monarchy, like opening an Egyptian tomb, the inside is liable to crumble.

Anthony Sampson

In America journalism is apt to be regarded as an extension

In America journalism is apt to be regarded as an extension of history: in Britain, as an extension of conversation.

Anthony Sampson