"A true friend is the greatest of all blessings."
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Born: 15-09-1613 – Died: 16-03-1680
Nationality: French
Known for: author
François de La Rochefoucauld (1613–1680) was an accomplished French moralist. He is the author of the famous Maximes. His work is known for its sharp, sometimes cynical, view on human behavior and motivations. La Rochefoucauld was a nobleman of the 17th century. His writings remain influential in French literature and thought.
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"A true friend is the greatest of all blessings."