"As it is our nature to be more……" — Francesco Guicciardini
"As it is our nature to be more moved by hope than fear, the example of one we see abundantly rewarded cheers and encourages us far more than the sight of many who have not been well treated disquiets us."
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Francesco Guicciardini
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24 Quotes by Francesco Guicciardini
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There is nothing so fleeting as the memory of benefits received.
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