The desire to conquer is itself a sort of subjection.
More Quotes from George Eliot:
Oh may I join the choir invisible Of those immortal dead who live again In minds made better by their presence.George Eliot
Those who trust us educate us.
George Eliot
It is a vain thought to flee from the work that God appoints us, for the sake of finding a greater blessing instead of seeking it where alone it is to be found in loving obedience.
George Eliot
Would not love see returning penitence afar off, and fall on its neck and kiss it.
George Eliot
In the vain laughter of folly wisdom hears half its applause.
George Eliot
When one wanted one's interests looking after whatever the cost, it was not so well for a lawyer to be over honest, else he might not be up to other people's tricks.
George Eliot
Readers Who Like This Quotation Also Like:
I'm in the process of working out an arrangement to make some very, very, very small films in the midst of all these films and maybe that will help. But you get tired of talking. You just want to do it.Steven Soderbergh
I am saying that in Wales here we have a very clear election commitment and I hope, and I will express this view, I hope that every individual member of the Labour Party, will understand that and will strive to achieve unity so that we can deliver the yes vote in the Autumn.
Ron Davies
As a kid growing up in the little city of Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario, I dreamed of one day playing in the NHL, but never did I expect it to be as much fun as it turned out to be.
Ron Francis