We owe to the Middle Ages the two worst inventions of humanity — gunpowder and romantic love. – Andre Maurois
Self-pity comes so naturally to all of us. The most solid happiness can be shaken by the compassion of a fool. – Andre Maurois
The effectiveness of work increases according to geometric progression if there are no interruptions. – Andre Maurois
The most important quality in a leader is that of being acknowledged as such. All leaders whose fitness is questioned are clearly lacking in force. – Andre Maurois