“The height of ability in the least able consists in knowing how to submit to the good leadership of others.”
Quote by Francois de La Rochefoucauld
Author
Francois de La Rochefoucauld
French author known for his wit and moral maxims. His works delve deeply into the flaws of human nature and the hypocrisy of society. more
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