“It is an absolute perfection... to get the very most out of one's individuality.”
Quote by Michel de Montaigne
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Michel de Montaigne
Michel de Montaigne was a French Renaissance philosopher, essayist, and writer. He is considered one of the most significant figures in the history of the essay. Montaigne's work, particularly his book 'Essays', has been influential in the development of modern prose. more
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