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100	1		_aLa Rochefoucauld, François duc de, _d1613-1680
245	1	0	_aRéflexions ou sentences et maximes morales
264		1	_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2005
300			_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats
336			_atext _btxt _2rdacontent
337			_acomputer _bc _2rdamedia
338			_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier
500			_aRelease date is 2005-02-05
508			_aThis Etext was prepared by Ebooks libres et gratuits
520			_a"Réflexions ou sentences et maximes morales" by François duc de La Rochefoucauld is a collection of moral reflections and maxims written in the mid-17th century. This work delves into the complexities of human character, highlighting the often duplicitous nature of virtues and vices. The author offers keen insights into the motivations behind human behavior, primarily focusing on themes of vanity, self-interest, and the interplay between love and jealousy. The opening portion presents a series of maxims that explore the intricate dynamics of human emotions and relationships. La Rochefoucauld asserts that many of what we consider virtues are merely disguised vices, urging readers to examine the motivations behind their actions. He articulates the power of self-love and how it influences both personal relationships and societal interactions. Through sharp observations, he illustrates the paradox of human nature, where love can foster jealousy, and pride can masquerade as virtue, setting the tone for a broader existential inquiry into morality and personal integrity in social contexts. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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653			_aMaxims
856	4	0	_uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/14913
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