I am 51 years old, looking at exchanging ideas with peoples from different cultures

Wuthering Heights,
One Hundred Years of Solitude,
Love in the Time of Cholera
Bride and Prejudice
The Hunchback of Notre-Dame

Be wary around your enemy once, and your friend a thousand times. A double crossing friend knows more about what harms you.”
“The best answer will come from the person who is not angry.”
“The smarter you are, the less you speak.”
“If you’re unable to reward, then make sure to thank.”
“Lack of intelligence is the greatest poverty.”
“It’s better to fix what you have than wait to get what you don’t have.”
“Be patient and you’ll get what you want.”
“Actions speak louder than words.”