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The Maxims of La Rochefoucauld is a collection of aphorisms and reflections by the French writer Fran�����ois de La Rochefoucauld. Originally published in 1665, this book is a classic of French literature and a landmark in the development of the modern essay.La Rochefoucauld's maxims are short, pithy statements that capture the complexities of human behavior and psychology. They are often cynical, ironic, and skeptical, and they explore themes such as love, friendship, vanity, and self-interest. Many of the maxims are based on La Rochefoucauld's own experiences as a courtier and a participant in the intrigues and power struggles of 17th-century France.Despite their age, the maxims of La Rochefoucauld remain relevant and insightful today. They offer a penetrating analysis of human nature and a glimpse into the social and political world of early modern Europe. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in philosophy, literature, or history.This Is A New Release Of The Original 1908 Edition.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

The philosophy of La Rochefoucauld, which influenced French intellectuals as diverse as Voltaire and the Jansenists, is captured here in more than 600 penetrating and pithy aphorisms.