Change your opinions, keep to your principles; change your leaves, keep intact your roots.

Quote of the Week 22

“Change your opinions, keep to your principles; change your leaves, keep intact your roots.”

― Victor Hugo (Intellectual Autobiography: Ideas on Literature, Philosophy and Religion)

Triggered by another quote (by Jean-Claude Izzo) misattributed to Victor Hugo as recently seen in Italy:

“Facing the sea, happiness is a simple idea.”

According to Gemini AI the phrase "In front of the sea, happiness is a simple idea" is not a direct quote from Victor Hugo. It is a common sentiment often associated with the experience of being by the ocean, and while Victor Hugo was a prolific writer who often explored themes of joy and nature, this specific phrase isn't found in his published works.