When we feel that we lack whatever is needed to secure someone else's esteem, we are very close to hating him
Luc de ClapiersPersons of rank do not talk about such trifles as the common people do; but the common people do not busy themselves about such frivolous things as do persons of rank.
Luc de ClapiersIf passion sometimes counsels greater boldness than does reflection, it gives more strength to execute it.
Luc de Clapiers