Quote of Nicolas Boileau-Despréaux - Seek to be counselled, seek not...
Biography - Nicolas Boileau-Despréaux:
French poet and critic.
Born: 1636 - Died: 1711
Period:
18th century
17th century
Place of birth: France
Born: 1636 - Died: 1711
Period:
18th century
17th century
Place of birth: France
Seek to be counselled, seek not to be praised.
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