The middle sort of historians (of which the most part are) spoil all; they will chew our meat for us.
Michel de MontaigneThe pleasure we hold in esteem for the course of our lives ought to have a greater share of our time dedicated to it; we should refuse no occasion nor omit any opportunity of drinking, and always have it in our minds.
Michel de MontaigneThe most certain sign of wisdom is a continual cheerfulness; her state is like that of things in the regions above the moon, always clear and serene.
Michel de Montaigne