No one is a prophet in their own country. Sure, we U.S. types think he's a hoot, but it took the French to really appreciate the fellow. In fact, I have my atlas out on the coffee table right now, scouring the Pacific for some marginal island tribe that's easily impressed. I'm sorry, America, but if you snooze, you lose. La nuit, tous les chats sont gris.
All cats are grey at night.
To know others well, you must first know yourself. Regarde avant de sauter. Look before you leap. Chien qui aboie ne mord pas. All bark and no bite.