“Is it not astonishing that the love of repose keeps us in continual agitation?”
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Moral reflections, sentences and maxims of Francis, duc de la Rochefoucauld
This book compiles the philosophical thoughts and maxims of Francis, duc de la Rochefoucauld, offering readers a glimpse into his perspective on human nature, morality, and social behavior. more
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