From what I've seen in documentaries, he was as child. That whole "building theme parks in his backyard to attract children" thing would fit a kid trapped in an adult (and filthy rich) body.
I know a bit about French and I can tell you their spelling does not rule.Better than English, but that's not a very high bar to clear.
Sounds like this guy keeps getting shitty advice from everyone. I'm not going to listen to someone like that.
Greed itself might not be, but that what makes you go "cha-ching" when profiting from greed totally is.
What's en passant?