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Baltasar Gracian

Quote of Baltasar Gracian: Better be cheated in the price...


Biography - Baltasar Gracian:

Spanish Jesuit and philosopher.
Born: 1601 - Died: 1658
Period:
17th century
Place of birth: Spain
Spain

Better be cheated in the price than in the quality of goods.



Translation

Translation

(French, German)



French
Il vaut mieux être trompé au prix qu'à la marchandise.

German
Besser man werde im Preise, als in der Ware betrogen.




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When in doubt, follow the suit of the wise and prudent.












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