“Nothing more enhances authority than silence. It is the crowning virtue of the strong, the refuge of the weak, the modesty of the proud, the pride of the humble, the prudence of the wise, and the sense of fools. To speak is to . . . dissipate one's strength; whereas what action demands is concentration. Silence is a necessary preliminary to the ordering of one's thoughts.”
Quote by Charles de Gaulle
Work
The Edge of the Sword
This book is a historical fiction that delves into the lives of individuals involved in sword-based conflicts, offering a glimpse into the era's culture and the challenges faced by its characters. more
Author
Charles de Gaulle
Charles de Gaulle, a former President of the French Republic, was a military leader and statesman. Born on November 22, 1890, in Lille, France, he passed away on November 9, 1970. De Gaulle led the Free French Forces during World War II and became a key figure in the creation of the Fifth Republic after the war, serving as President for seven years. more
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