Great authors, when they write about causes, adduce not only those they think are true but also those they do not believe in, provided they have some originality and beauty. They speak truly and usefully enough if they speak ingeniously.
Michel de MontaigneFor among other things he had been counseled to bring me to love knowledge and duty by my own choice, without forcing my will, and to educate my soul entirely through gentleness and freedom.
Michel de MontaigneWe judge a horse not only by its pace on a racecourse, but also by its walk, nay, when resting in its stable.
Michel de MontaigneDreams are faithful interpreters of our inclinations; but there is art required to sort and understand them.
Michel de Montaigne