The multitude," Cavendish says, "is always desirous of a change. They never see a great man set up but they must pull him down--for the novelty of the thing.
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In "Wolf Hall," Hilary Mantel explores the theme of public perception and its fickleness through the thoughts of Cavendish. He observes that the masses are consistently eager for transformation, showing an insatiable appetite for change. This dynamic reflects how the public can quickly elevate figures to prominence only to be eager to dismantle them just as swiftly, driven by a fascination with novelty. Cavendish's insight captures a deeper truth about societal...
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