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Quote by Francois de La Rochefoucauld

“We own up to minor failings, but only so as to convince others that we have no major ones.”

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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