Edmond Francois Valentin About quotes

Edmond François Valentin About was a French novelist, publicist, and journalist known for his satirical wit. His works often tackled political and social issues of his era with sharp humor and insight. He became a prominent figure in 19th-century French literature and journalism. Here are 5 of his quotes:

Marriage, in life, is like a duel in the midst of a battle.

Edmond Francois Valentin About

I fight fairly, and in good faith.

Edmond Francois Valentin About

I have been further enlightened by the conversation and correspondence of some illustrious Italians, whom I would gladly name, were I not afraid of exposing them to danger.

Edmond Francois Valentin About

But as the Pope has a long arm, which might reach me in France, I have gone a little out of the way to tell him the plain truths contained in these pages.

Edmond Francois Valentin About