In my youth I thought of writing a satire on mankind! but now in my age I think I should write an apology for them. Horace
Adversity has the effect of eliciting talents, which in prosperous circumstances would have lain dormant. See image Horace
A heart well prepared for adversity in bad times hopes, and in good times fears for a change in fortune. See image Horace
Men more quickly and more gladly recall what they deride than what they approve and esteem. See image Horace
