Conditions that excite Jealousy.
The condition of things that most readily produces jealousy between rivals is a near approximation to equality, provided that the equals are very few in number, and that each of them has substantial claims to eminence.
Present in the Case of France and England.
Rivals in Europe.
Rivals in Naval Strength.
Both nominally Powers of the First Class.
Their near Equality in Wealth.
Political Liberty.
Aristocracy and the People.
Religious Policy.