William IV of The United Kingdom/reign

Famous quotes containing the words william, united, kingdom and/or reign:

    “The thirst to know and understand,
    A large and liberal discontent.”
    —Sir William Watson (1858–1935)

    “Toil and pleasure, dissimilar in nature, are nevertheless united by a certain natural bond.”
    —Titus Livius (Livy)

    “Rev. J.D. Liddell: The Kingdom of God is not a democracy. The Lord never seeks re- election. There’s no discussion. No deliberation. No referenda as to which road to take. There’s one right, one wrong. One absolute ruler.
    Sandy: A dictator, you mean.
    Rev. J.D. Liddell: Aye, but a benign, loving dictator.”
    —Colin Welland (b. 1934)

    “Their Cause was gen’ral, their Supports were strong,
    Their Slaves were willing, and their Reign was long;”
    —Samuel Johnson (1709–1784)