“Ah Fortune, what god is more cruel to us than thou! How thou delightest ever to make sport of human life!”
Quote by Horace
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The Complete Works of Horace
Comprising a comprehensive selection of Horace's works, this volume offers readers a deep dive into the poetry and prose of one of Rome's most celebrated poets. Horace's writings span various genres, including satire, lyric poetry, and epistles, reflecting his observations on life, society, and human nature. more
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