“There be also many wicked men that have the comeliness of a beautiful countenance, and it seemeth that nature hath so shaped them because they may be the readier to deceive, and that this amiable look were like a bait that covereth the hook.”
Quote by Thomas Hoby
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The Book of the Courtier
Written by Baldassare Castiglione, this seminal work offers insights into the role and responsibilities of a courtier during the Renaissance period in Italy. It delves into the intricacies of court life, including the importance of grace, wit, and moral integrity in the service of a ruler. more
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