The crimes of extreme civilization are probably worse than those of extreme barbarism, because of their refinement, the corruption they presuppose, and their superior degree of intellectuality. — Jules Amedee Barbey d'Aurevilly Copy Share Image
The crimes of extreme civilization are probably worse than those of extreme barbarism, because of their refinement, the corruption they presuppose, and their superior… — Jules Amedee Barbey d'Aurevilly Copy Share Image
Passions are less mischievous than boredom, for passions tend to diminish and boredom increase. — Jules Amedee Barbey d'Aurevilly Copy Share Image
The artist's morality lies in the force and truth of his description. — Jules Amedee Barbey d'Aurevilly Copy Share Image
Happy men are grave. They carry their happiness cautiously, as they would a glass filled to the brim which the slightest movement could cause… — Jules Amedee Barbey d'Aurevilly Copy Share Image
The crimes of extreme civilization are certainly more atrocious than those of extreme barbarism. — Jules Amedee Barbey d'Aurevilly Copy Share Image
