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The husband who decides to surprise his wife is often very much surprised himself. - Voltaire Quotes

The husband who decides to surprise his wife is often very much surprised himself.[Mari qui veut surprendre est souvent fort surpris.]

Source:La Femme Qui a Raison (1759), Act II, Scene II
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  • Name: Voltaire
  • Profession: Writer, Philosopher
  • Born: November 21, 1694 - May 30, 1778
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