Anthony Sampson

“The rich feel much less need than their predecessors to account for their wealth, whether to society, to governments or to God. Their attitudes and values are not seriously challenged by anyone. The respect now shown for wealth and money-making has been the most fundamental change in Britain over four decades.”

“Muddle is the extra unknown personality in any committee.”

“In America journalism is apt to be regarded as an extension of history: in Britain, as an extension of conversation.”

“Once you touch the trappings of monarchy, like opening an Egyptian tomb, the inside is liable to crumble.”