Every theory of social action is ultimately a philosophy of history. It attempts, as best it may, to read in the experience of mankind the lessons which would justify its own special urgency.

“It is impossible to make peace with the Roman Catholic Church. It is one of the…”

“Sir, the fact that the book is in a public library brings no comfort.Books are …”

“...civilization means, above all, an unwillingness to inflict unnecessary pain.…”