I put forward formless and unresolved notions, as do those who publish doubtful questions to debate in the schools, not to establish the truth but to seek it.
Michel de MontaigneAbout author
- Author's profession: Philosopher, Writer
- Nationality: french
- Born: February 28, 1533
- Died: September 13, 1592
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