To be great, one must be cruel.
Russian Empress, expansion
Reported remark, reflecting a pragmatic view of power
c. 1770s
Found in 1 providers: grok
Cross Reference
1 source
"I have always been guided by my head, not my heart."
Shocking"I would rather be a good empress than a good woman."
Humorous"I have loved men, but I have never allowed them to rule me."
Shocking"I am not afraid of anything, for I know that I have done my duty."
Humorous"I like to talk to a man, not to a woman, because a man is always less troublesome."
Strange & UnusualPremium quality, printed on demand. Ships worldwide.
Don't see what you're looking for? Email us for custom products
