The vain, inconstant, rebellious disposition of the people [of Armorica], was incompatible — Edward Gibbon
Although the progress of civilisation has undoubtedly contributed to assuage the fiercer — Edward Gibbon
The difference of language, dress, and manners . . . severs and alienates the nations — Edward Gibbon
The pastoral labours of the archbishop of Constantinople provoked and gradually united — Edward Gibbon