Virtuosi have been long remarked to have little conscience in their favorite pursuits. A man will steal a rarity who would cut off his hand rather than take the money it is worth. Yet, in fact, the crime is the same.

Happy the man who, removed from all cares of business, after the manner of his forefathers cultivates with his own team his paternal acres, freed from all thought of usury.

Remember when life's path is steep to keep your mind even.

Poets are never allowed to be mediocre by the gods, by men or by publishers.

Time will bring to light whatever is hidden it will cover up and conceal what is now shining in splendor.

Even the good Homer is sometimes caught napping.

Adversity reveals genius, prosperity conceals it.