Marie Anne de Vichy-Chamrond, marquise du Deffand Quotes

French salon-holder

Marie Anne de Vichy-Chamrond, marquise du Deffand (1697 – September 23, 1780) was a French hostess and patron of the arts.

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Pen Names: madame du Deffant

Native Name: Madame du Deffand

Alternative Names: Marquise du Deffand • Marie de Vichy-Chamrond

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La distance n'y fait rien; il n'y a que le premier pas qui coûte.

He has invented history.

Il a inventé l'histoire.

The distance is nothing; it is only the first step that is difficult.