In Italy, on the breaking up of the Roman Empire, society might be said to be resolved into its original elements, - into hostile atoms, whose only movement was that of mutual repulsion.

While in Constantinople Everett acquired a number ancient Greek texts which are now in the Harvard archives. Diplomatic service
After leaving office in January 1840 Everett traveled in Europe with his family for several months. Return to Harvard
With the Democrats in power Everett was out of office.

Everett a Whig served as U. Representative U. S.