We're like socks. You can put us through a rough wash once, but you'll never use us again.

I am not carrying on a war of extermination against the Romans. I am contending for honor and empire. My ancestors yielded to Roman valour. I am endeavouring that others, in their turn, will be obliged to yield to my good fortune, and my valour.

A robin red-breast in a cage, puts all of Heaven in a rage. Think to yourself that every day is your last. The hour to which you do not look forward will come as a welcome surprise. As for me, when you want a good laugh, you will find me in fine state... fat and sleek, a true hog of Epicurus's herd.

The mongoose I want under the stairs when the snakes slither by.

You want the scent? Smell yourself!

I have come not to make war on the Italians, but to aid the Italians against Rome.

The mirrors in your mind can reflect the best of yourself, not the worst of someone else.