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Joseph de Maistre was a French philosopher known for his conservative political theories, which had a profound impact on 19th-century European political philosophy.

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“Refuse to honour the genius who has abused his gifts.”

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Book:St Petersburg Dialogues: Or Conversations on the Temporal Government of Providence

Source: St Petersburg Dialogues: Or Conversations on the Temporal Government of Providence

“Genius does not seem to derive any great support from syllogisms. Its carriage is free; its manner has a touch of inspiration. We see it come, but we never see it walk.”

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Author:Joseph de Maistre

“Women have a genius for love; men can only learn the art indifferently.”

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Author:Joseph de Maistre

About the Author

Born: April 1, 1753
Died: February 26, 1821
Known for: Philosopher
Quotes: 54

Books & Sources

St Petersburg Dialogues: Or Conversations on the Temporal Government of ProvidenceRelated source material

The Generative Principle of Political Constitutions: Studies on Sovereignty, Religion and EnlightenmentRelated source material

The Generative Principle of Political Constitutions: Studies on Sovereignty, Religion, and EnlightenmentRelated source material

Against Rousseau: On the State of Nature and On the Sovereignty of the PeopleRelated source material

The ExecutionerRelated source material

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