Quote by: Francis Bacon

There is as much difference between the counsel that a friend giveth, and that a man giveth himself, as there is between the counsel of a friend and of a flatterer. For there is no such flatterer as is a man's self.


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Author Bio


  • NameFrancis Bacon
  • DescriptionEnglish philosopher, statesman, scientist, jurist, and author
  • AliasesFrancis Bacon, 1st Viscount St. Alban
  • BornJanuary 22, 1561
  • DiedApril 19, 1626
  • CountryKingdom Of England
  • ProfessionPhilosopher; Writer; Judge; Politician