Men dissimulate their dearest, most constant, and most virtuous inclination from weakness and a fear of being condemned. (Luc de Clapiers, Marquis de Vauvenargues)

Men dissimulate their dearest, most constant, and most virtuous inclination from weakness and a fear of being condemned.

Luc de Clapiers, Marquis de Vauvenargues

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