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Edward Gibbon

Of the various forms of government which have prevailed in the world, an hereditary monarchy seems to present the fairest scope for ridicule.

Edward Gibbon

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Edward Gibbon is saying that among all types of governments, hereditary monarchies are especially easy to mock or make fun of. This is likely because power is passed down through family lines, which can lead to absurd or unfair situations.

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