Quote by John Dryden

Kings fight for empires, madmen for applause.

Kings fight for empires, madmen for applause.

Summary

This quote suggests that kings engage in warfare or power struggles in order to expand and maintain their empires, driven by political or strategic motives. On the other hand, the "madmen" referred to in the quote seek attention and recognition, possibly through reckless or attention-seeking acts. It highlights the contrasting motivations behind their actions, with kings focused on power and madmen focused on personal validation.

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