Michel de Montaigne, [Michel Eyquem De Montaigne] (1532-1592) French Renaissance scholar, philosopher, writer Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Comment on this quote Share via Email Print this Page Michel de Montaigne Quote “I will follow the right side even to the fire, but excluding the fire if I can.”Michel de Montaigne ~ Michel de Montaigne [Michel Eyquem De Montaigne] (1532-1592) French Renaissance scholar, philosopher, writer Integrity Ratings and Comments Reply James Wermuth, Newport, RI 8/7/13 Montaigne, one of the great minds that introduced the age of reason. I think this is a bright observation presented with a moral side-dish, and a dash of humor. Reply Mike, Norwalk 8/7/13 SaveOk2 SaveOk2 View CommentsClick to view or comment. Share on Facebook Tweet Email Print This Michel de Montaigne quote is found in these categories: Integrity quotes About Michel de Montaigne Bio of Michel de Montaigne Quotations by Michel de Montaigne Books by/about Michel de Montaigne Michel de Montaigne videos Michel de Montaigne on Wikipedia Astrological chart for Michel de Montaigne