The arts of empire and mysteries of state discabineted in political and polemical aphorisms, grounded on authority and experience, and illustrated with the choicest examples and historical observations
Raleigh, Walter, Sir, 1552?-1618., Milton, John, 1608-1674.

Touching War.

Whatsoever Prince or Common∣weale is Neighbour to any People which can, will, or were wont to of∣fend, it is necessary to have not only all things prepared for defence of his Person and Country, but also to fore∣cast and use every caution and other diligence: For the Inconveniencies which happen to Government, are sudden and unlook'd for; yea, the Providence and Provision required in this Case ought to be such as the Ex∣pences Page  30 all other ways imployed must stay to supply the Necessity of War.