Quotes from workLa Celestina
The Comedy of Calisto and Melibea , known in Spain as La Celestina is a work entirely in dialogue published in 1499. It is attributed to Fernando de Rojas, a descendant of converted Jews, who practiced law and, later in life, served as an alderman of Talavera de la Reina, an important commercial center near Toledo.
“When one door closes, fortune will usually open another.”
Fernando de Rojas La Celestina
Act XV.
La Celestina (1499)
“When God wounds from on high he will follow with the remedy.”
Fernando de Rojas La Celestina
Act X.
La Celestina (1499)
“The first step towards madness is to think oneself wise.”
Fernando de Rojas La Celestina
Act II.
La Celestina (1499)
“The use of riches is better than their possession.”
Fernando de Rojas La Celestina
Act II.
La Celestina (1499)
