In order to know the worth of a virtuous husband, is it not… - Alain-René Lesage

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In order to know the worth of a virtuous husband, is it not necessary for the wife to be dispirited herself? First, give her a young man of twenty, and not only will she be fine, she'll have a reasonable husband.

Alain-René Lesage

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Alain-René Lesage (May 8, 1668 – November 17, 1747), also spelled Le Sage, was a French novelist and playwright.

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Alternative Names: Alain René Lesage • Alain-Rene Lesage • Alain Rene Lesage • Alain René Le Sage

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