Bagehot

摘要

A BAND of ill-matched climbers embarks on a risky ascent, cockily certain they can weather any storm. Yet when disaster strikes, doomsayers do not get to crow. Once the foolhardy are teetering on the precipice, it is too late for smugness. Observers far below can only offer help, or-if that is beyond them-hold their breath, keep out of the way and hope for the best.