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The Epigrams of Martial: Translated Into English Prose. Each Accompanied by One Or More Verse Translations, from the Works of English Poets, and Various Other Sources

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The Epigrams of Martial: Translated Into English Prose. Each Accompanied by One Or More Verse Translations, from the Works of English Poets, and Various Other Sources Quotes

“That which prevents disagreeable flies from feeding on your repast, was once the proud tail of a splendid bird.”

“You praise, in three hundred verses, Sabellus, the baths of Ponticus, who gives such excellent dinners. You wish to dine, Sabellus, not to bathe.”

“See, how the liver is swollen larger than a fat goose! In amazement you will exclaim: Where could this possibly grow?”