I would rather be a man of paradoxes than a man of prejudices
Genevan philosopher, writer and composer. His political philosophy influenced the progress of the Enlightenment throughout Europe, as well as aspects of the French Revolution.
To live is the rarest thing in the world. Most people exist, that is all
I am not apt to follow blindly the lead of other men
Both optimists and pessimists contribute to society. The optimist invents the aeroplane, the pessimist the parachute
Wishing to be friends is quick work, but friendship is a slow ripening fruit
Tact is the knack of making a point without making an enemy
Be less curious about people and more curious about ideas
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