Quote of Alexis de Tocqueville: Generally speaking, only simple conceptions can...
Biography - Alexis de Tocqueville:
French diplomat, political scientist and historian.
Born: 1805 - Died: 1859
Period:
19th century
Place of birth: France
Born: 1805 - Died: 1859
Period:
19th century
Place of birth: France
Generally speaking, only simple conceptions can grip the mind of a nation. An idea that is clear and precise even though false will always have greater power in the world than an idea that is true but complex.
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Quote source: Democracy in America
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(French)
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