Molière
Born: 01-14-1622
Molière, born Jean-Baptiste Poquelin in 1622, was a pioneering French playwright and actor, celebrated for his comedic genius. Renowned for his sharp wit and keen insight into human nature, he crafted timeless plays like "Tartuffe" and "The Misanthrope." His works, often satirical, critiqued societal norms and hypocrisies. As a central figure in French literature, Molière's legacy endures, influencing both theater and comedy worldwide.
Book summaries for books written by Molière
Quotes
We always find the greatest fools who find fault with others.
There is no disguise which can hide love for long where it exists, or simulate it where it does not.
Mankind is a mixture of good and evil.
We are easily duped by those whom we love.
The worst of all deceptions is self-deception.
Society is a republic. When an individual tries to lift themselves above others, they are dragged down by the mass, either by ridicule or slander.
There is no avoiding war; it can only be postponed to the advantage of others.
Virtue would go far if vanity did not keep it company.
True love is like ghosts, which everyone talks about and few have seen.
The greatest fault in conversation is to be more concerned about what you are going to say than to listen to what other people are saying.
It is the mark of an inexperienced man not to believe in luck.
The less we deserve good fortune, the more we hope for it.