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Delphi Complete Works of Thucydides (Illustrated)

Book by Thucydides · 6 quotes · Men, Long, Mankind

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“The meaning of words had no longer the same relation to things... Reckless daring was held to be loyal courage; prudent delay was the excuse of a coward; moderation was the disguise of unmanly weakness; to know everything was to do nothing. Frantic energy was the true quality of man.”