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“False modesty is the refinement of vanity. It is a lie.”

Quote by Jean de la Bruyere

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Jean de la Bruyere

Jean de la Bruyere was a French philosopher and moralist, born on August 16, 1645, and died on May 10, 1696. His works have had a profound impact on posterity. more

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