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Properly speaking, history is nothing but the crimes and misfortunes of the human race.
Pierre Bayle
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About Pierre Bayle

Pierre Bayle was a Philosopher from France (1647–1706).

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Who said "Properly speaking, history is nothing but the crimes and misfortunes of the hum…"?
This quote is attributed to Pierre Bayle, a Philosopher from France.
When did Pierre Bayle live?
Pierre Bayle lived from 1647 – 1706.