Expression Quote by Jean de la Bruyere

“The most important things must be said simply, for they are spoiled by bombast; whereas trivial things must be described grandly, for they are supported only by aptness of expression, tone and manner.” quote by Jean de la Bruyere — Download Open image

“The most important things must be said simply, for they are spoiled by bombast; whereas trivial things must be described grandly, for they are supported only by aptness of expression, tone and manner.”

Jean de la Bruyere

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