My God grant me love for that which has splendor, but in this time of my life let me strive for attainable things.
A thing said walks in immortality if it has been said well.
The present will not long endure.
Unsung, the noblest deed will die.
Great deeds give choice of many tales. Choose a slight tale, enrich it large, and then let wise men listen
War is sweet to them that know it not.