“He who knows how to suffer everything can dare everything.”
Quote by Luc de Clapiers
Work
La Bruyère and Vauvenargues: Selections from the Characters, Reflexions and Maxims
The volume offers readers a curated selection of insights and wisdom from the works of Jean de La Bruyère and Charles Louis de Secondat, Baron de Vauvenargues. These selections are drawn from their respective collections of characters, reflections, and maxims, showcasing their philosophical and moral perspectives. more
Author
Luc de Clapiers
Luc de Clapiers, known by his pen name Voltaire, was a prominent French writer, philosopher, historian, and an influential figure of the Enlightenment, born on August 6, 1715, and died on May 28, 1747. His works, characterized by satire and humor, have had a profound impact on literature and thought. more
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