Intrepidity is an extraordinary strength of soul, which raises it above the troubles, disorders and emotions which the sight of great perils can arouse in it; by this strength heroes maintain a calm aspect and preserve their reason and liberty in the most surprising and terrible accidents.
Francois de La RochefoucauldThe applause we give those who are new to society often proceeds from a secret envying of those already established.
Francois de La Rochefoucauld