“I saw in 'the wandering Jew' the personification of the Jewish people, exiled in the Middle Ages. Nevertheless, they are once again extremely rich, owing to their unfailing rude greediness and their indefatigable activity. With their hard-heartedness that they extend toward people of other faiths and races they are at the point of making themselves kings of the world. This people can thank its obstinacy that France will be Judized within fifty years. Already some wise Jews prophesy this frankly.” PeopleWorldYearsHardAgeRaceRichSawsWiseMiddleKingsActivityJewWanderFranceFiftyNeverthelessRudeMiddle AgesOwingObstinacyPersonificationGreediness Author:George Sand
“In a country like France, so ancient, their history is full of outstanding people, so they carry a heavy weight on their back. Who could write in French after Proust or Flaubert?” PeopleWritingCountryLiteratureWeightAncientHeavyFranceOutstandingProustHeavy Weights Author:Manuel Puig
“Look what happened with the employment law in France-the law was withdrawn because the people marched in the streets. I think what we need is a global protest movement of people who won't give up.” PeopleThinkingNeedsGivingLooksLawHappenedStreetsMovementGiving UpEmploymentFranceProtestWon't Give UpProtest Movements Author:Jose Saramago
“People in France are very intrusive when they recognize you. In New York, they are very polite, with quick words, so it's great.” PeopleNew YorkFrancePolite Author:Audrey Tautou