“A liar would be brave toward God, while he is a coward toward men; for a lie faces God, and shrinks from man.”
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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“The only good histories are those written by those who had command in the events they describe.”