Quote by Jean Jacques Rousseau

The English are predisposed to pride, the French to vanity.

The English are predisposed to pride, the French to vanity.

Summary

This quote suggests that the English tend to have a natural tendency towards pride, meaning that they have a strong sense of self-worth and take pride in their accomplishments or qualities. On the other hand, the French are characterized as being predisposed to vanity, indicating that they have a propensity for excessive admiration of their own physical appearance or achievements. It implies that these traits are intrinsic cultural aspects of both nations, highlighting their distinct traits in terms of self-perception.

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By Jean Jacques Rousseau

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