Marquis de Vauvenargues
Marquis de Vauvenargues (1715-1747) was a celebrated French essayist, born at Aix, Provence, poor, but of an old and honourable family. He entered the army at 18, served in the Austrian Succession War, resigned his commission in 1744, settled in Paris and took to literature. His principal work was "Introduction à la Connaissance de l'Esprit Humain," followed by reflections and maxims on points of ethics and criticism. He suffered from bad health, and his life was a short one.Wisdom & Quotes
- In order to carry out great enterprises, one must live as if one will never have to die.
- Great thoughts always come from the heart.
- Hope deceives more men than cunning can.
- Lazy people are always looking for something to do.
Thomas Gray