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by François duc de La Rochefoucauld
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RÉFLEXIONS OU SENTENCES ET MAXIMES MORALES
A compact treasury of keen observations, this work gathers a series of short, pointed reflections on human behavior and the hidden motives that drive us. The author turns a discerning eye toward truth, society, love, ambition and the many subtle ways we present ourselves to the world. Each sentence is trimmed to its essence, offering a mirror that shows both the elegance and the folly of everyday life.
Organised into thematic sections, the collection moves from the nature of genuine friendship to the tricks of flattery, from the fickleness of desire to the quiet rhythms of retirement. The style is spare yet vivid, inviting listeners to pause and consider the paradoxes that lie beneath polite conversation. Ideal for brief listening moments, these timeless maxims provide thought‑provoking nuggets that resonate long after the voice fades.
Language
fr
Duration
~10 hours (601K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
2005-02-05
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1613–1680
Best known for his sharp, compact Maxims, this 17th-century French nobleman turned political disappointment into some of literature’s most memorable observations about pride, love, and self-interest.
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