Thomas More: Will, I'd trust you with my life. But not your principles. You see, we speak of being anchored to our principles. But if the weather turns nasty you up with an anchor and let it down where there's less wind, and the fishing's better. And "Look," we say, "look, I'm anchored! To my principles!
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About Robert Bolt, A Man for All Seasons
Robert Bolt, A Man for All Seasons.
Themes
- Life — Reflections on the meaning, challenges, and beauty of life