Quote by Gustave Flaubert

I love good sense above all, perhaps because I have none.

I love good sense above all, perhaps because I have none.

Summary

This quote reflects a playful and self-deprecating tone. The speaker acknowledges their lack of good sense while expressing a fondness for it in others. It suggests a level of self-awareness and humility, possibly implying that the speaker appreciates wisdom and rationality in others because they themselves lack these qualities. Overall, the quote showcases a lighthearted attitude towards one's own shortcomings and an admiration for intelligence and good judgment in others.

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