Grief knits two hearts in closer bonds than happiness ever can; and common sufferings are far stronger links than common joys. -Alphonse de Lamartine Sympathy
The more I see of the representatives of the people, the more I admire my dogs. -Alphonse de Lamartine Politics
If one had but a single glance to give the world, one should gaze on Istanbul. -Alphonse de Lamartine Travel
