Of what use is the memory of facts, if not to serve as an example of good or of evil?
Alfred de VignyI have a private theory, Sir, that there are no heroes and no monsters in this world. Only children should be allowed to use these words
Alfred de VignyPerform your long and heavy task with energy, treading the path to which Fate has been pleased to call you.
Alfred de VignyI admit that I myself am far from having a complete command of every topic I touch on, but my knowledge of my subject is always greater than the interest or the understanding of my auditors. You see, there is one very good thing about mankind; the mediocre masses make very few demands of the mediocrities of a higher order, submitting stupidly and cheerfully to their guidance
Alfred de Vigny