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Children enjoy the present because they have neither a past nor a future.
Jean de la Bruyere
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About Jean de la Bruyere

Jean de la Bruyere was a Philosopher from France (1645–1696).

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Who said "Children enjoy the present because they have neither a past nor a future."?
This quote is attributed to Jean de la Bruyere, a Philosopher from France.
When did Jean de la Bruyere live?
Jean de la Bruyere lived from 1645 – 1696.