Quote by: Stephane Hessel

My mother once said to me, 'You must promise to be happy; it is the greatest favour you can do to others'. It has guided me throughout my life.

Stephane Hessel

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Author Bio

  • NameStephane Hessel
  • DescriptionFrench diplomat, ambassador, writer, concentration camp survivor
  • AliasesStephane Hessel; Stéphane Frédéric Hessel
  • BornOctober 20, 1917
  • DiedFebruary 27, 2013
  • CountryFrance
  • ProfessionDiplomat; Writer; Human Rights Activist
  • AwardsGrand Officer Of The Legion Of Honour; Grand Cross Of The National Order Of Merit; Médaille De La Résistance; Burgerschapsprijs Stichting P&V; Four Freedoms Award - Freedom From Want; North–South Prize