The honor we receive from those that fear us, is not honor; those respects are paid to royalty and not to me.
Michel de MontaigneThe most evident token and apparent sign of true wisdom is a constant and unconstrained rejoicing.
Michel de MontaigneI speak the truth, not my fill of it, but as much as I dare speak; and I dare to do so a little more as I grow old.
Michel de MontaigneIntoxication is calculated to put heart into the elderly and give them delight in dancing.
Michel de Montaigne