Quote by John Dryden

Plots, true or false, are necessary things, to raise up commonwealths, and ruin kings.

Plots, true or false, are necessary things, to raise up comm

Summary

This quote suggests that plots, whether true or false, are essential for both the establishment and downfall of kingdoms. Plots are seen as critical tools to bring about social order and build prosperous nations. However, they can also be employed to overthrow or destroy ruling monarchs. The quote highlights the profound impact that strategic schemes and conspiracies can have on the fate of governments and those in power.

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Revolution

By John Dryden

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