Quote by Jean Rostand
My pessimism extends to the point of even suspecting the sincerity

My pessimism extends to the point of even suspecting the sincerity of the pessimists. – Jean Rostand

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We are not na?ve enough to ask for pure men; we ask merely for men whose impurity does not conflict with the obligations of their job. – Jean Rostand

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The enthusiastic, to those who are not, are always something of a trial. – Alban Goodier

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When we are born, we cry that we are come to this great stage of fools. – William Shakespeare, King Lear

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Sarcasm is the sour cream of wit. – Author Unknown

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I see it all perfectly: there are two possibilities, one can either do this or do that. My honest opinion and friendly advice is this: do it or do not do it, you will regret both. – Søren Kierkegaard

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