Quotes from authors passed in 1696
Marriage, it seems, confines every man to his proper rank.
Jean de la Bruyere
Even the best intentioned of great men need a few scoundrels around them; there are some things you cannot ask an honest ma to do.
Jean de la Bruyere
He who tip-toes cannot stand; he who strides cannot walk.
Jean de la Bruyere
We should keep silent about those in power; to speak well of them almost implies flattery; to speak ill of them while they are alive is dangerous, and when they are dead is cowardly.
Jean de la Bruyere
A pious man is one who would be an atheist if the king were.
Jean de la Bruyere
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