Quote by Sydney Smith

I have, alas, only one illusion left, and that is the Archbishop of Canterbury.

I have, alas, only one illusion left, and that is the Archbi

Summary

In this quote, the author humorously expresses that they have lost faith in most of their illusions except for one: the Archbishop of Canterbury. It may imply that the author still believes in the credibility or importance of the Archbishop, despite acknowledging the loss of other illusions. The remark conveys a sense of irony and perhaps suggests that even illusions can provide some comfort or sense of significance amid the disillusionment of other aspects of life.

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By Sydney Smith

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