“What a frightful weapon is human thought! It is our defense and our safeguard, the most precious gift that God has made us. It is ours and it obeys us; we may launch it forth into space, but, once outside of our feeble brains, it is gone; we can no longer control it.”
Quote by Alfred de Musset
Work
Confession of a child of the century
This book offers an introspective look into the life of a young protagonist, capturing the social and cultural nuances of the era they inhabit. more
Author
Alfred de Musset
Alfred de Musset was a French dramatist and poet, born on December 11, 1810, in Paris, and died on May 2, 1857. Known for his romantic style, his works often depicted the contradictions of love and life, with notable plays including 'Thérèse' and 'La Muette de Portici'. more
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