Heaven hears and pities hapless men like me, For sacred ev'n to gods is misery.
Persuasive speech, and more persuasive sighs, Silence that spoke and eloquence of eyes.
Beyond his strength no man can fight, although he be eager.
The best things beyond their measure cloy.
Many shining actions owe their success to chance, though the general or statesman receive the applause.
The rest were vulgar deaths unknown to fame.