We have already shewn the consequence of the succession of two weak princes; we have here the reverse of the portrait in Alexander VI and Julius II; to which we might add, amongst other instances, Romulus and Numa; and Philip of Macedon and Alexander the Great; which latter instance proves, that the succession of two great men of talent and courage is sufficient to conquer the world. What would be the state of affairs if another Napoleon was to succeed the present one?
With regard to ecclesiastical principalities however, I would briefly observe, that the prince may become arbitrary with less danger than in any other state; for the pact of religion, when strengthened by superstition, will hold when every other social tie is dissolved.
The next subject of our author's discourse is the different species of troops, as national, foreign, or mixed. He observes very wisely, that the principal foundations of a state, whether old or new, are good laws and good troops. With respect to
