Those who are actuated by the desire of fame and glory are amazingly gratified by approbation and praise, even though it comes from their inferiors.
Original text (Latin)
Original text (Latin)
An object in possession seldom retains the same charm that it had in pursuit.
Never do a thing concerning the rectitude of which you are in doubt.
There is certainly no truth in the popular belief, that a man's will is the mirror of his character.
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