Francesco Guicciardini Quotes

Ambition is not in itself an evil; nor is he to be condemned whose spirit prompts him to seek fame by worthy and honourable ways.

Francesco Guicciardini

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• Fame

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  • Evil
  • Ambition
  • Fame