There is a woman at the begining of all great things. Alphonse de Lamartine on great
Grief knits two hearts in closer bonds than happiness ever can and common sufferings are far stronger links than common joys. Alphonse de Lamartine on happiness
Providence conceals itself in the details of human affairs, but becomes unveiled in the generalities of history. Alphonse de Lamartine on history
To love for the sake of being loved is human, but to love for the sake of loving is angelic. Alphonse de Lamartine on love
Limited in his nature, infinite in his desire, man is a fallen god who remembers heaven. Alphonse de Lamartine on nature
The more I see of the representatives of the people, the more I admire my dogs. Alphonse de Lamartine on politics
Grief knits two hearts in closer bonds than happiness ever can and common sufferings are far stronger links than common joys. Alphonse de Lamartine on sympathy
If one had but a single glance to give the world, one should gaze on Istanbul. Alphonse de Lamartine on travel