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The country is provincial it becomes ridiculous when it tries to ape Paris
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"The country is provincial; it becomes ridiculous when it tries to ape Paris"

- Honore de Balzac

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In this quote, Honore de Balzac is slamming the country for its efforts to mimic the city of Paris. He explains the country as "provincial," indicating it is small-minded and lacks sophistication. By trying to copy Paris, the country is humiliating itself and appearing ridiculous. Balzac suggests that the country must welcome its own special identity rather of attempting to imitate a larger, more cosmopolitan city. This quote highlights the idea that each place has its own distinct culture and needs to not attempt to mimic others. It likewise talks to the risks of blindly following patterns and losing one's individuality.

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Honore de Balzac This quote is written / told by Honore de Balzac between May 20, 1799 and August 18, 1850. He was a famous Novelist from France. The author also have 83 other quotes.

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