I am convinced that we have a degree of delight, and that no small one, in the real misfortunes and pain of others

I am convinced that we have a degree of delight, and that no small one, in the real misfortunes and pains of others.

History is no more than the portrayal of crimes and misfortunes

We achieved a small sensation no one believed we could do,

We achieved a small sensation no one believed we could do.

What more felicity can fall to creature, than to enjoy delight with liberty?