Joachim du Bellay quotes

Joachim du Bellay was a French poet and a prominent member of the Pléiade literary group. His works championed the enrichment of the French language and drew inspiration from classical literature. He is regarded as an influential figure in the French Renaissance and an advocate for literary innovation. Here are 3 of his quotes:

France, mother of arts, of warfare, and of laws. (Joachim du Bellay)
Happy the man who, like Ulysses, has made a fine voyage, or has won the Golden Fleece, and then returns, experienced and knowledgeable, to spend the rest of his life among his family! View quote
Joachim du Bellay
In my opinion butlers ought To know their place, and not to play The Old Retainer night and day. View quote
Joachim du Bellay

Joachim du Bellay

Joachim du Bellay - Image
Occupation: French Poet
Born: 1522
Died: December 22, 1559
Quotes count: 3

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