“The bitterness of the potion, and the abhorrence of the patient are necessary circumstances to the operation. It must be something to trouble and disturb the stomach that must purge and cure it.”
Quote by Michel de Montaigne
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Delphi Complete Works of Michel de Montaigne (Illustrated)
The Delphi Complete Works of Michel de Montaigne (Illustrated) is a scholarly compilation of the essays and other writings of Michel de Montaigne, a prominent figure in the Renaissance. The collection is presented in an illustrated format, which includes images and annotations that provide context and enrich the reader's understanding of Montaigne's work. more
Author
Michel de Montaigne
Michel de Montaigne was a French Renaissance philosopher, essayist, and writer. He is considered one of the most significant figures in the history of the essay. Montaigne's work, particularly his book 'Essays', has been influential in the development of modern prose. more
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