“All the evil in the world is the fault of the self-styled pure in heart, a result of their eagerness to unearth secrets and expose them to the light of the sun.”
Quote by Jean Giraudoux
Work
Collected Plays of Jean Giradoux
The Collected Plays of Jean Giradoux is a comprehensive compilation of the playwright's most notable dramatic works. It includes a diverse range of plays that reflect Giradoux's exploration of social and political themes, as well as his innovative use of theatrical techniques. The collection offers readers a chance to delve into the rich and complex world of Giradoux's storytelling, with each play contributing to a broader understanding of his literary legacy. more
Author
Jean Giraudoux
Jean Giraudoux was a French novelist born on October 29, 1882, and died on January 31, 1944. His works are known for their unique humor and profound insight, and are considered classics of French literature. more
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Source: Collected Plays of Jean Giradoux
“During war we imprison the rights of man.”
Source: Judith. Tiger at the gates. Duel of angels
“Everyone, when there's war in the air, learns to live in a new element: falsehood.”
Source: Judith. Tiger at the gates. Duel of angels
“In the master there is a servant, in the servant a master.”
“The more peculiarly his own a man's character is, the better it fits him.”
Source: De Officiis Or on Duties on Obligations
“There has never been a poet or orator who thought another better than himself.”