“We sometimes think that we hate flattery, but we only hate the manner in which it is done. [Fr., On croit quelquefoir hair la flatterie; maid on ne hait que a maniere de flatter.]”
Quote by Francois de La Rochefoucauld
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Francois de La Rochefoucauld
French author known for his wit and moral maxims. His works delve deeply into the flaws of human nature and the hypocrisy of society. more
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