“To speak less of oneself than what one really is, is folly, not modesty; and to take that for current pay which is under a man's value, is pusillanimity and cowardice.”
Quote by Michel de Montaigne
Work
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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