Reading brings us unknown friends Author: Honoré de Balzac Copy Quote More from Honoré de Balzac “But also remember: if you have any genuine feelings, hide them like treasure; n…” “Affreuse condition de l'homme ! Il n'y a pas un de ses bonheurs qui ne vienne d…” “Passion is born deaf and dumb.” “Though the human heart may have to pause for rest when climbing the heights of …”