Excerpt from Dictionary of Quotations (Classical)
Beginning with himself and his family, he first made himself master in his own house; a thing which is, in many cases, as difficult as the ruling of a province.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book is a collection of Latin quotations, gathered from Classical literature, inscribed monuments, and speeches. The quotations are categorized into subject areas and include proverbs, epigrams, political maxims, and poetic refrains. The author provides chapter and verse for each quote, to enable easy referencing to the original source. The book provides a unique insight into the Classical worldview, and the parallels between Classical thought and modern life. The volume is a valuable resource both for the Latinist and the general reader, and a delightful companion for anyone with an interest in the past. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9780282715489_0
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