Quote by Isidore Ducasse Lautreamont

Throughout my life, I have seen narrow-shouldered men, without a single exception, committing innumerable stupid acts, brutalizing their fellows and perverting souls by all means. They call the motive for their actions fame.

Throughout my life, I have seen narrow-shouldered men, witho

Summary

The quote suggests that the speaker has observed many individuals, typically lacking in moral character, engaging in foolish and harmful actions. These people often harm others and manipulate them for their own gain, all in the pursuit of achieving fame and recognition. The quote implies that the desire for fame often leads individuals to act irresponsibly and harmfully, disregarding the well-being of others in their selfish pursuit of personal glory.

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Fame

By Isidore Ducasse Lautreamont

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