Satire Fragment Quotes Liberty Over Security
A fragment from a 18th century piece cites Liberty with danger over bondage in a brief Latin motto and English aphorisms. It mentions a March calendar and a price two pence halfpenny, then presents the Latin phrase potior vifa'eR periculosa with quieto fervitio.
A Highlander warned of revolution and tyranny
Fragmentary historical speech warns Britons against anger and tyranny. It laments past rulers and urges nobles to defend liberty, property, and honor amid fears of civil war and parliamentary measures at Carlton. References to James II, William of Orange, and the House of Stuart frame the call to action.
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