Once you touch the trappings of monarchy, like opening an Egyptian tomb, the inside is liable to crumble. (Anthony Sampson)

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

Anthony Sampson

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