Quote by Philip Dormer Stanhope, Characte

'All Mr. Pitt's sentiments were liberal and elevated. His ruling passion was an unbounded ambition, which, when supported by great abilities and crowned with great success, make (sic) what the world calls a great man. He was haughty, imperious, impatient of contradiction, and over-bearing; qualities which too often accompany, but always clog, great ones

'All Mr. Pitt's sentiments were liberal and elevated. His ru

Summary

This quote suggests that Mr. Pitt, characterized by his liberal and noble beliefs, possessed an overwhelming ambition that accompanied his significant talents and achievements, defining him as a great man in the eyes of the world. However, it also acknowledges that his greatness was hindered by his haughty, domineering, and intolerant nature, which commonly accompanies, but ultimately obstructs, true greatness.

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By Philip Dormer Stanhope, Characte

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