The Art of Worldly Wisdom

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&quote;Think with the few and speak with the many,&quote; &quote;Friends are a second existence,&quote; and &quote;Be able to forget&quote; are among this volume's 300 thought-provoking maxims on politics, professional life, and personal development. Published in 1637, it was an instant success throughout Europe. The Jesuit author's timeless advice, focusing on honesty and kindness, remains ever popular. A perfect browsing book of mental and spiritual refreshment, it can be opened at random and appreciated either for a few moments or for an extended period.

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Publication year: 2012

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Man’s life is a warfare against the malice of men
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Let friendly intercourse be a school of knowledge, and culture be taught through conversation: thus you make your friends your teachers and mingle the pleasures of conversation with the advantages of instruction
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All victories breed hate, and that over your superior is foolish or fatal
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