“It is a monstrous thing that I will say, but I will say it all the same: I find in many things more restraint and order in my morals than in my opinions, and my lust less depraved than my reason.”
Book:Complete Essays
Quote by Michel de Montaigne
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Complete Essays
This book is a compilation of essays that delve into a wide range of subjects, offering insights and perspectives on diverse topics. more
Author
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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