French moralist of the era of French Classical literature and author of Maximes and Memoirs
Why can we remember the tiniest detail that has happened to us, and not remember how many times we have told it to the same person.
Our virtues are often, in reality, no better than vices disguised.
Ridicule dishonors a man more than dishonor does.
Innocence does not find near so much protection as guilt.
When we are in love we often doubt that which we most believe.
In love we often doubt what we most believe.
It is easier to know men in general, than men in particular.
It is easier to be wise for others than for ourselves.
It is not enough to have great qualities; We should also have the management of them.
The sure mark of one born with noble qualities is being born without envy.