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When all is summed up, a man never speaks of himself without loss; his accusations of himself are always believed; his praises never.
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This page presents the quote "When all is summed up, a man never speaks of himself without loss; his accusations of himself are always believed; his praises never.". Author of this quote is Michel de Montaigne. This quote is about loss, men, lost friendship,.