“Jeg har i øvrigt besluttet mig til at turde sige alt, hvad jeg har mod til at gøre i handling, ja, selv tanker, som ikke må komme frem, må jeg misbillige. Den sletteste handling og karakteregenskab hos mig forekommer mig slet ikke at være nær så styg som den lumpenhed, det er ikke at turde kendes ved den.”
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
“Living an honest life starts with self-knowledge. Self-knowledge starts with closing your eyes.”
“The lies are so much a part of me now that, sometimes, I think they’re more real than the truth.”
“Never underestimate the power of an honest kiss. Few things can touch your soul so deeply.”