 I hope to emulate his firmness at the last hour. I weep only for my children : I hope that one day, when they have regained their rank, they may be reunited to you, and feel the blessing of your tender care.  The History of the French Revolution - Page 131by Adolphe Thiers, Frederic Shoberl - 1840Full view - About this book
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