Brissot was one of those mercenary scribes who write for those who pay best.

He had written on all subjects, for every minister; especially Turgot.

Criminal laws, political economy, diplomacy, literature, philosophy, even libels,--his pen was at the hire of the first comer.

Seeking the support of celebrated and influential men, he had adulated all from Voltaire and Franklin down to Marat.

Known to Madame de Genlis, he had, through her, some acquaintance with the Duc d'Orleans.