After they had accustomed themselves at Rome to the spectacles of the slaughter of animals, they proceeded to those of the slaughter of men, to the gladiators.

Every place swarms with commentaries; of authors there is great scarcity.

I have never seen a greater monster or miracle in the world than myself.

Lend yourself to others, but give yourself to yourself.

Age imprints more wrinkles in the mind than it does on the face.

A wellborn mind that is practiced in dealing with people makes itself thoroughly agreeable by itself. Art is nothing else but thelist and record of the productions of such minds.

It is in the enjoyment and not in mere possession that makes for happiness.