James VIII

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    Of course you’re always at liberty to judge the critic. Judge people as critics, however, and you’ll condemn them all!
    —Henry James (1843–1916)

    I have found it impossible to carry the heavy burden of responsibility and to discharge my duties as King as I would wish to do without the help and support of the woman I love.... I now quit altogether public affairs, and I lay down my burden.
    —Edward VIII (1894–1972)