A great deal of talent is lost to the world for the want of a little courage. Every day sends to their graves a number of obscure men who have only remained obscure because their timidity has prevented them from making a first effort.
Bio: Joseph Fouché, 1st Duc d'Otrante was a French statesman and Minister of Police under Napoleon I. In English texts, his title is often translated as Duke of Otranto.
