George Villiers, 1st Duke of Buckingham quotes

George Villiers, 1st Duke of Buckingham, was a powerful English politician and royal favourite under King James I and Charles I. His influence at court made him one of the most prominent figures of early 17th-century England. He was assassinated in 1628, leaving a legacy of both controversy and intrigue. Here are 5 of his quotes:

What the devil does the plot signify, except to bring in fine things?

George Villiers, 1st Duke of Buckingham

Good wits will jump.

George Villiers, 1st Duke of Buckingham

Men's fame is like their hair, which grows after they are dead, and with just as little use to them.

George Villiers, 1st Duke of Buckingham

Make my breast transparent as pure crystal, that the world, jealous of me, may see the foulest thought my heart does hold.

George Villiers, 1st Duke of Buckingham