Bonaparte Quote by Thomas Clio Rickman
““When Bonaparte returned from Italy he called on Mr. Paine and invited him to dinner: in the course of his rapturous address to him he declared that a statue of gold ought to be erected to him in every city in the universe, assuring him that he always slept with his book 'Rights of Man' under his pillow and conjured him to honor him with his correspondence and advice.””
About This Quote
Napoleon praised Paine, boasting of a universal gold statue, while highlighting Paine’s book “Rights of Man” as his constant companion.
In simple terms: Napoleon glorified Paine and his book.
Key Takeaway
Remember Paine’s influence on liberty.
Themes
history
politics
philosophy
celebration
literature
Mood
historical
analytical
Type
anecdote
historical
When to use this quote
- historical lectures
- political debates
- educational podcasts
Key Concepts
enlightenment
revolutionary thought
symbolism
Questions to Reflect On
- Why did Napoleon admire Paine?
- What does the gold statue symbolize?
A Different Perspective
Historical anecdotes may be exaggerated.
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