Madeleine de Souvre Quotes

The conversation of those who like to lord it over us is very disagreeable. But we should always be ready to graciously acknowledge the truth, no matter in what guise it comes to us.

Madeleine de Souvre

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  Madeleine de Souvre
  • Truth
  • Matter
  • Lord