Vol. 1 (of 4) by Thomas Babington Macaulay]@TWC D-Link book Vol. 1 (of 4) 61/114 He gives them over to the tyranny which they have desired, Ina pantes epaurontai basileos." "I will not," said Mr Cowley, "dispute with you on this argument. But, if it be as you say, how can you maintain that England hath been so greatly advantaged by the rebellion ?" "Understand me rightly, Sir," said Mr Milton. "This nation is not given over to slavery and vice. We tasted indeed the fruits of liberty before they had well ripened. Their flavour was harsh and bitter; and we turned from them with loathing to the sweeter poisons of servitude. |